Bacon Smash Burger Pizza

Name: Bacon Smash Burger Pizza
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 each (1/4 lb) Creekstone Farms Brisket Blend Burger Pucks; Yoder Smokers Beef Rub; 1/2 lb bacon, diced; 12 oz yellow onion, sliced thin; 1 tsp Jacobsen Salt Co. Kosher Sea Salt; 1/2 batch pizza dough; KC Canning Co. Dilly Pickles; 8 oz Low Moisture Mozzarella, grated; 2 slices (5 oz) American cheese; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tbsp Kozlik’s Market Mustard; 1 tbsp Bear &amp; Burton’s The W Sauce (Worcestershire); 1 tsp Heat Maverick’s Anti Gravity Hot Sauce

Jul 09, 2024 • Tom Jackson

This inventive pizza marries crispy bacon, cheesy smash-burger goodness, and tangy San Marzano tomato sauce for a flavor combo you didn't know you needed — until now. Start by smashing burger pucks into thin, caramelized patties, topping them with melted American cheese and crisp onion. Scatter chopped patties and crispy bacon atop a base of crushed San Marzano tomatoes, layer on mozzarella, and bake it until the crust is golden and the cheese bubbles with savory perfection.

Bacon Smash Burger Pizza

Tom Jackson

Rated 5.0 stars by 4 users

Cuisine

American

Servings

8

Prep Time

30 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Calories

281

Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Bacon Smash Burger Pizza, a perfect blend of two classic favorites that will surely bring a smile to your face. Imagine the cozy, smoky aroma filling the air as you prepare this unique dish on your Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill. This recipe combines the irresistible flavors of crispy bacon, juicy brisket blend burgers, and sweet caramelized onions, all nestled on a golden, homemade pizza crust. It's a heartwarming treat that’s perfect for sharing with friends and family, whether it's a weekend barbecue or a casual dinner gathering. Gather around, enjoy the delicious fusion of flavors, and create lasting memories with this comforting hearty dish.

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Ingredients

2 each (1/4 lb) Creekstone Farms Brisket Blend Burger Pucks
Yoder Smokers Beef Rub
1/2 lb bacon, diced
12 oz yellow onion, sliced thin
1 tsp Jacobsen Salt Co. Kosher Sea Salt
1/2 batch pizza dough
KC Canning Co. Dilly Pickles
8 oz Low Moisture Mozzarella, grated
2 slices (5 oz) American cheese

Fry Sauce

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp Kozlik’s Market Mustard
1 tbsp Bear & Burton’s The W Sauce (Worcestershire)
1 tsp Heat Maverick’s Anti Gravity Hot Sauce

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Directions

Preheat your Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill to 450ºF with the Yoder Smokers Wood Fired Oven installed.
Place the bacon in a Lodge Cast Iron Casserole Dish and place inside the oven. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon pieces are crispy, 10-15 minutes. Strain the bacon fat into a bowl. Return the dish to the oven to reheat.
Slice your onions, then place them in a bowl. Add the salt to the bowl and massage them into the onions. Let sit for 10-15 minutes, then place the onions in a thin cloth and wring out the liquid.
Add about two tablespoons of bacon fat to the casserole dish. Place your burger pucks on the cast iron. Cover the pucks with a piece of parchment paper, then smash thin with a grill press. Season with Yoder Smokers Beef Rub, then top with the onions.
When the bottom of the meat is browned, flip and cook the onion side. Place a slice of American cheese on top of each. When the onions are browned at the edges remove from the oven.
Turn the grill temperature up to 500ºF. Let the burgers cool slightly, then chop them up.
Strain the tomatoes. Discard the liquid. Crush the tomatoes by hand to desired consistency.
To build the pizza, stretch your dough thin. Place on a floured pizza peel. Top the dough with crushed tomatoes, then bacon, then mozzarella and finally the chopped smash burgers.
Transfer the pizza to the oven and bake until browned on the bottom and the cheese is melted on top, about five minutes.
While the pizza is baking whisk the mayonnaise, Kozlik’s Market Mustard, Bear & Burton’s The W Sauce and Heat Maverick’s Anti-Gravity Hot Sauce and transfer to a squeeze bottle.
Drizzle the fry sauce over the top of the pizza. Slice & Serve.

Recipe Note

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Recipe Highlights and Insights:

The history of smashburgers dates back to the mid-20th century in the United States, a time when diners and short-order cooks were experimenting with new ways to create the perfect hamburger. The smashburger method involves placing a ball of ground beef on a hot griddle and pressing it down with a heavy spatula, creating a thin, crispy patty with a deeply caramelized crust. This technique gained popularity for its ability to maximize the Maillard reaction, which enhances the beef's flavor and texture. Smashburgers became a staple in roadside diners and burger joints across America, celebrated for their simplicity and deliciousness. Over the years, this cooking style has seen a resurgence, with many modern burger chains and gourmet chefs embracing the smashburger for its nostalgic appeal and unrivaled taste.