Doritos BBQ Ranch Smash Burger
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with the Doritos BBQ Ranch Smash Burger. This mouth-watering creation features juicy beef patties topped with crispy Doritos and a zesty BBQ ranch sauce, all nestled in a sturdy bun. Perfect for game nights or backyard barbecues, this burger promises an unforgettable flavor experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef
- 1 cup crushed nacho cheese Doritos
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (smoky variety recommended)
- 4 sturdy burger buns
- 4 slices American cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or heat a skillet over medium-high.
- Divide the ground beef into four equal portions (4 oz each) and shape them into loose balls.
- Place each ball on the hot grill/skillet and smash down gently to about ¾ inch thick. Cook for 3-4 minutes until browned, then flip.
- After flipping, add a slice of cheese on top of each patty and cover for one minute until melted.
- In a small bowl, mix ranch dressing and BBQ sauce to create your zesty topping.
- Assemble the burger: Spread the ranch BBQ sauce on the bottom half of each bun, layer with lettuce and tomato, add the patty topped with crushed Doritos, and finish with the top bun.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (200g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, toast your burger buns before assembly. Feel free to swap ranch dressing with blue cheese or add jalapeños for a spicy twist. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in a skillet to maintain juiciness.