French Toast Smash Burgers

Ingredients

• 2 slices bacon (salty meat sheets)
• 4 oz ground beef (divided into two balls (cowballs))
• 2 slices bread (for French toast)
• 2 eggs (one for French toast batter (liquid chicken), one for frying)
• 2 tbsp milk (for French toast batter)
• cinnamon (for French toast batter)
• dry rub seasoning (for the burgers)
• 2 slices cheese (American or cheddar)

Steps

1. 1

   In a shallow bowl, whisk together one egg, a splash of milk, and a pinch of cinnamon to create the French toast batter.

2. 2

   Place the bacon slices in a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook until crispy, allowing the fat to render out. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the grease in the pan.

3. 3

   Dip the bread slices into the egg mixture, coating both sides. Place them into the skillet with the bacon grease and cook until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.

4. 4

   Place two balls of ground beef onto the hot griddle. Use a heavy spatula to press them down firmly into thin patties (smash burgers).

5. 5

   Season the patties generously with the dry rub. Flip the burgers once a crust has formed.

6. 6

   Place a slice of cheese on each patty. Cover the skillet briefly with a lid to melt the cheese.

7. 7

   In the same pan, fry the remaining egg, keeping the yolk runny.

8. 8

   Assemble the sandwich by placing the two cheesy patties and the crispy bacon between the two slices of French toast. Top with the fried egg before closing the sandwich.

Notes

The creator emphasizes cooking the French toast specifically in the rendered bacon grease for maximum flavor. Be prepared for a messy meal as the egg yolk is intended to be runny.

Nutrition per serving

• breakfast
• brunch
• burger
• smash burger
• bacon
• french toast
• main course