Smashed Burger with Honey Glazed Bacon

How To Make Smashed Burger with Honey Glazed Bacon

1. Combine mayonnaise with smoked paprika, a pinch of salt, and a crack of pepper.
2. Set aside.
3. Divide the mince into 2 loosely packed balls.
4. Don’t overwork it—this helps keep them juicy.
5. In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until nearly crisp.
6. Drizzle with honey and cook for another 1–2 minutes, flipping to coat and caramelize both sides.
7. Remove and place on paper towel.
8. Set aside.
9. In the same pan with bacon drippings, cook onions until golden and soft.
10. Add a touch of honey or butter if desired.
11. Heat a cast iron pan or heavy skillet on high until smoking hot.
12. Place one ball of mince in the pan and smash it flat with a spatula or burger press.
13. Season with salt and pepper.
14. Cook for 2 minutes until edges are crispy and brown.
15. Flip and immediately add camembert slices to melt.
16. Cook another 1–2 minutes until cheese is gooey and meat is cooked through.
17. Repeat for the second patty.
18. Lightly toast your burger buns in the pan or under the grill.
19. Spread paprika mayo on both sides of the toasted buns.
20. Add a layer of lettuce on the bottom bun.
21. Top with the smashed camembert burger.
22. Add honey-glazed bacon, avocado, and caramelized onion.