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Prime Time BBQ Burgers
When it comes to backyard grilling, nothing beats a perfectly cooked burger dripping with bold barbecue flavor. These Prime Time BBQ Burgers take a classic cookout favorite and elevate it with a rich, smoky BBQ glaze that caramelizes beautifully over the flame.
Using Big Dog Prime Time BBQ Sauce, these burgers develop a mouthwatering layer of sweet and smoky flavor while staying juicy and tender inside. As the sauce hits the heat of the grill, it forms a sticky glaze that locks in flavor and gives every bite that classic backyard BBQ taste.
This recipe is perfect for:
• backyard cookouts
• summer BBQ parties
• family dinners on the grill
• weekend grilling
Whether you're cooking for friends or feeding the family, these burgers deliver bold flavor that keeps everyone coming back for another bite.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
• ½ cup Big Dog Prime Time BBQ Sauce
• 4 burger buns
• 4 slices cheddar cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
Seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
Optional toppings
• crispy bacon
• lettuce
• tomato
• red onion
• pickles
Instructions
1. Prepare the Patties
Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and shape into burger patties slightly wider than your buns.
Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
2. Preheat the Grill
Heat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F) and lightly oil the grates.
3. Grill the Burgers
Place the patties on the grill and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, depending on desired doneness.
Avoid pressing the burgers while cooking to keep them juicy.
4. Add the BBQ Sauce
During the last minute of cooking, brush Big Dog Prime Time BBQ Sauce generously over each burger.
Flip once more so the sauce caramelizes slightly over the flame.
5. Melt the Cheese
Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each burger and close the grill lid for about 30 seconds until melted.
6. Assemble the Burgers
Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill.
Place the burger on the bun and add your favorite toppings such as bacon, lettuce, tomato, onions, or pickles.
Drizzle a little extra Prime Time BBQ Sauce on top for even more flavor.
Pitmaster Tips
Use 80/20 Ground Beef
The extra fat helps keep burgers juicy and flavorful.
Don't Overwork the Meat
Handling the beef too much can make burgers dense.
Sauce at the End
Adding BBQ sauce near the end prevents burning and allows the glaze to caramelize perfectly.
Perfect Side Dishes
These burgers pair perfectly with classic backyard BBQ sides:
• grilled corn on the cob
• potato salad
• BBQ baked beans
• coleslaw
• seasoned fries
Featured Ingredient
Big Dog Prime Time BBQ Sauce
Prime Time delivers bold barbecue flavor with a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and savory notes that shine on burgers, chicken, ribs, and grilled meats.
It's the sauce that turns a simple backyard burger into a cookout favorite.
Bold flavor. Real ingredients. No fillers.
Fire Up the Grill
Once you try these Prime Time BBQ Burgers, they’ll quickly become a staple at your backyard cookouts.
Fire up the grill, grab your favorite Big Dog sauce, and enjoy bold BBQ flavor.
Now that we fed you… you’re family.