Finding a recipe to turn your egg toast meals to a new level? Look no further! These egg-in-a-hole burgers are the answer. Beef patties are seared on pan until browned, cracked with an eggs on top, then cooked until whites are set. Coming out flavorful and delicious, these surely get you hooked right with the first bite.

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No longer the original burger, now welcome this new egg-in-a-hole burger with a fantastic, surprising twist. Look from the outside, you can see no egg. When you take a bite, you’ll be surprised by the creamy richness of the egg infused with the patty. The sauce mix from ketchup, hot sauce, and mayonnaise adds a creamy, bold flavor to the rich patty. The flavors complement each other for a satisfying, delicious dish.

Egg-In-A-Hole Burgers

Recipe by GenevaWatsonCourse: Breakfast, Brunch, LunchCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Total time

minutes

These egg-in-a-hole burgers are a perfect food to boost up your energy level in the morning and fill your empty stomach at lunch. I just get hooked with them.

Ingredients

1 lb. ground beef
4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
8 slices bacon, cooked
3 leaves lettuce
4 large eggs
4 slices cheddar cheese
3 tbsp. mayonnaise
1 tbsp. Sriracha
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp. butter

Directions

Divide beef into 3 equal-size patties.
Cut out center of each patty to create a donut shape; using a small glass. Combine excess meat to form a fourth patty.
Season patties generously with salt and pepper.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and fry for 2 minutes, then flip.
Crack an egg into center of each, season with salt and pepper, cover, and cook until whites are set, about 5 minutes more. Top with cheddar cheese and cover with lid to let melt, 1 minute.
Combine mayonnaise and Sriracha in a small bowl and spread on toasted buns.
Serve burgers on toasted buns with cooked bacon and lettuce.

Notes

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Ingredient notes:

Use the ratio 80/20 for the ground beef to ensure the patties are juicy and flavorful.

Choose large eggs to fit into the burger’s center.

Cheddar cheese is the best choice for this dish, the savory taste is very typical. You can also try American cheese for a new experience.

Expert Tips:

Use a small glass to cut holes at the center of the patties, this ensures they have the same size for the egg.

Cook the burger first, then crack the egg into the center. Use a lit to cover them and let the egg white set properly.

Toast the buns right before assembling to keep them crunchy and hot. This also makes sure they won’t get soggy when adding the sauce and egg patty.

Serving suggestions:

Each serving carries about 650 calories, which is standard for a big meal. Side dish recommendation will be something lighter, like a fresh salad or coleslaw. Still, burgers and fries are a pair, and I cannot resist the temptation to get some crispy fries with burgers, to be honest.

For drinks, we just need a glass of Coke or citrusy soda to complete the trio. Iced tea is also a great choice to balance the richness of the burger.

FAQs

Can I use turkey or plant-based patties? Yes, just make sure they hold their shape while cooking. Adding tofu for plant-based patties will be great to keep their shape.

How to prevent the egg from spilling over? Make sure the hole is deep enough to hold the egg, cook over medium heat, and let it settle gradually. You should cover the egg to help the egg white solidify more quickly.

Can I make it extra cheesy? Add slices of cheese on top of the patty, or mix grated cheese with ground beef.