Donut Smash Burger

Name: Donut Smash Burger
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 slices bacon; 4 Krispy Kreme Donuts; 1 lb (4 each) Creekstone Farms Brisket Blend Burger Patties (81/19 blend); Meat Church Blanco Seasoning; 4 slices white American cheese; Kozlik’s Amazing Maple Mustard; KC Canning Co. Dilly Pickles

May 07, 2024 • Tom Jackson

Savor the decadent fusion of sweet and savory flavors with the Donut Smash Burger—a culinary masterpiece sure to tantalize your taste buds. Preheat your Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill to 450ºF, setting the stage for perfection. Cook crispy bacon on the griddle until golden brown, while slicing Krispy Kreme Donuts in half for indulgent burger buns. Smash Creekstone Farms Brisket Blend Burger Pucks onto the griddle, seasoned with Meat Church Blanco Seasoning, then add creamy white American cheese to melt atop the patties. Assemble with Kozlik’s Amazing Maple Mustard, KC Canning Co. Dilly Pickles, and two slices of bacon between the donut halves. Each bite is a symphony of flavors, transcending ordinary burgers for a taste sensation like no other.

Donut Smash Burger

Tom Jackson

Rated 5.0 stars by 2 users

Cuisine

American

Servings

4

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Calories

1253

Indulge in the irresistible fusion of sweet and savory with our Donut Smash Burgers recipe. Preheat your Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill to 450ºF, setting the stage for culinary magic. Start by cooking bacon on the Yoder Smokers Griddle until perfectly browned. Slice Krispy Kreme Donuts in half, then toast them in the savory embrace of bacon fat until golden brown. Next, gently smash Creekstone Farms Brisket Blend Burger Pucks onto the griddle, seasoned with Meat Church Blanco Seasoning for robust flavor. Once seared and browned, top each patty with a slice of white American cheese until melted. Assemble the burgers by spreading the bottom half of each donut with Kozlik’s Amazing Maple Mustard, adding KC Canning Co. Dilly Pickles, a cheesy patty, and two slices of bacon before crowning with the top half of the donut. Each bite is a symphony of flavors, a perfect balance of sweet and savory that will leave taste buds singing. Enjoy this unique culinary creation with friends and family for an unforgettable dining experience.

Ingredients

8 slices bacon
4 Krispy Kreme Donuts
1 lb (4 each) Creekstone Farms Brisket Blend Burger Patties (81/19 blend)
Meat Church Blanco Seasoning
4 slices white American cheese
Kozlik’s Amazing Maple Mustard
KC Canning Co. Dilly Pickles

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Directions

Preheat your Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill to 450ºF with the diffuser plate removed and the Yoder Smokers Griddle installed over the fire box.
Cook the bacon on the griddle until browned but not too crispy.
Slice the donuts in half like burger buns. Toast in the bacon fat until golden brown.
Smash each of the burger patties onto the griddle with a piece of parchment paper on top to prevent sticking until the patty is thin enough to match the size of the donut.
Season the patties with the Meat Church Blanco Seasoning. Leave the door of the grill open.
When the patties are well seared and browned, flip, then season again and add a slice of cheese on top.
Cook until the cheese is melted and the bottom of the patty is browned.
To build the burgers, spread the bottom half of the donut with the Kozlik’s Amazing Maple Mustard. Top with KC Canning Co. Dilly Pickles. Place the burger patty on top, then top with two slices of bacon and the top half of the donut.

Recipe Note

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Recipe Highlights and Insights:

The Smashburger, as a food item, has a rich history deeply rooted in American culinary tradition. Dating back to the early 20th century, the concept of "smashing" burgers onto a hot griddle has been a popular method for achieving that quintessential juicy and flavorful burger experience. While the exact origins are debated, it's widely believed that this technique emerged in diners and burger joints across the United States, where cooks would press patties onto grills using spatulas or heavy weights. The result was a burger with a deliciously caramelized exterior and a tender, juicy interior. Over time, this simple yet effective cooking method became a beloved staple in the burger world, inspiring countless variations and adaptations. Today, the Smashburger remains a cherished classic, symbolizing the timeless appeal of American comfort food.