Coffee-Rubbed Cheeseburgers with Texas Barbecue Sauce
Coffee-Rubbed Cheeseburgers with Texas Barbecue Sauce is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Mix all ingredients in small bowl.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionMix all ingredients in small bowl.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 week ahead.
Store airtight at room temperature.
Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp.
Transfer to paper towels to drain.
Break in half.
Gently mix chuck and sirloin in large bowl.
Form meat into 8 patties, each 3 1/2 to 4 inches in diameter and 1/3 to 1/2 inch thick.
Using thumb, make slight indentation in center of each burger.
DO AHEAD: Burgers and bacon can be prepared 8 hours ahead.
Cover separately and chill.
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon coffee rub on top side of each burger.
Place burgers, rub side down, on grill rack.
Grill until slightly charred, about 4 minutes; turn.
Place 2 bacon slice halves atop each burger.
Cook 3 minutes.
Top each with 1 cheese slice.
Cover and cook until cheese melts, about 1 minute longer.
Place burgers atop bottom halves of buns.
Top with onion slices and tomato slices.
Spoon dollop of Texas Barbecue Sauce over.
Cover with bun tops and serve, passing additional sauce alongside.
Beer is a natural pairing for a burger.
Keep the southern theme going by pouring a Texas brew.
We like the caramel sweetness and mild hoppy flavor of Shiner Bock ($8 per six-pack).
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.