Smoked Burgers Recipe

Get ready for a flavor explosion with our mouth-watering smoked burgers! Perfectly seasoned and slow-smoked to juicy, smoky perfection, these burgers are a game-changer for any barbecue or grilling occasion.

Course BBQ, dinner, Grilling, Main Course, Main Dishes

Cuisine American, BBQ, Southern

Keyword comfort food, easy, party food, smoked, Smoked Burgers recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Resting Time 10

Servings Patties

Calories 504kcal

Author Bon Appeteach

Ingredients

2 lbs Ground Chuck 80/20 works best
3 tbsp BBQ seasoning or seasoning blend of choice divided
1/4 cup Beef Tallow melted (optional)
6 Burger Buns toasted

Favorite toppings

Cheddar cheese
Butter lettuce
Tomato
Onion
Pickles
BBQ sauce

Instructions

Preheat the smoker to 225°F and set it up for indirect heat.
Add the ground chuck to a large bowl. Add 2 tbsp of the BBQ seasoning and gently mix it in. Do not over mix or the meat will become tough.
Divide the meat into 6 equal portions, about 5.3 oz each.
Gently shape each portion into a thick patty. Press a shallow dimple into the center with your thumb.
Sprinkle the tops of the patties with the remaining 1 tbsp of seasoning.
Place the patties directly on the grill grate and smoke over indirect heat for 25 minutes.
Brush the tops with melted beef tallow, if using.
Continue smoking until the internal temperature reaches 160°F, about 15 to 25 more minutes. Add cheese in the last 2-3 minutes if desired.
Optional sear: Remove the burgers about 10 degrees early and sear over high heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
Rest for 5 minutes. Serve on toasted buns with your favorite toppings.

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Notes

Time varies by smoker and patty thickness. Always cook to temperature using a meat thermometer.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.

Raw patties can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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