The Best Carnivore Smash Burgers with Bacon Cream Cheese
These juicy carnivore smash burgers are packed with crispy edges and topped with a rich bacon cream cheese spread. Quick, easy, and totally satisfying—perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep!
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef 80/20
- 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 cup Bacon Crumbles pre-packaged or homemade
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, parmesan, and bacon crumbles until creamy and well combined. Season the mixture with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Roll ground beef into 2 oz balls.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and melt until it coats the bottom of the pan. Add 2-3 burger balls to the skillet.
- Cover with parchment paper and press down firmly using a burger press or spatula until 1/4 to 1/8 in thick. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook until the edges are crispy and browned, about 2–3 minutes. Flip the burger and cook the other side until done, about 1–2 more minutes.
- Top each patty with 1 tablespoon of bacon cream cheese mixture.Use the back of a spoon to spread the cheese as it softens and melts.
- Repeat with remaining burger balls.Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Use parchment paper when smashing the burgers to prevent sticking and get perfect crispy edges.
- Store extra bacon cream cheese in an airtight container—it’s delicious on eggs or steak!
- For even more flavor, try cooking the burgers on a cast iron griddle over the grill.
- Want extra crunch? Top with crispy whole bacon slices.