Best 3 Hickory Smoked Cheeseburgers Recipes

Are you a cheeseburger lover looking for a smoky, flavorful twist to your favorite meal? Then hickory smoked cheeseburgers are the perfect dish for you! By combining the juicy taste of a traditional cheeseburger with the rich, smoky flavor of hickory wood, these burgers take your taste buds on a journey of pure bliss. Whether you're an experienced grillmaster or a novice in the kitchen, creating a hickory smoked cheeseburger is an easy and rewarding experience. So, fire up your smoker, gather your ingredients, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BIG SMOKEY BURGERS

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I created this recipe while trying to recreate the best burger I had ever tasted at a restaurant in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. My family and I think these burgers are better! They are packed with flavor!

Provided by Janine

Categories Main Dish Recipes Burger Recipes 100+ Hamburger Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef sirloin
½ onion, grated
1 tablespoon grill seasoning
1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers
1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
6 (1 ounce) slices sharp Cheddar cheese
6 hamburger buns

Steps:

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
Combine ground sirloin, onion, grill seasoning, liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, adobo sauce, and chipotle pepper in a large bowl. Form the mixture into 6 patties. Season with salt and pepper.
Place burgers on preheated grill and cook until no longer pink in the center. Place a slice of Cheddar cheese on top of each burger one minute before they are ready. Place burgers on buns to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 121.3 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 38.7 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 1034.7 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

HICKORY-SMOKED CHEESEBURGERS

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Every time I make this recipe, my guests compliment me on how great the burgers taste. The secret is a little bit of Liquid Smoke and a few sprinkles of seasonings. -Michelle Miller Abbeville, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons liquid smoke
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup crushed saltines (about 15 crackers)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon seasoning blend
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 pounds ground beef
12 slices process American cheese
12 sesame seed hamburger buns, split
Mayonnaise, lettuce leaves, tomato slices and pickle slices

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 12 patties. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. , Top each burger with a cheese slice. Grill 1-2 minutes longer or until the cheese begins to melt. Serve on buns with mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato and pickles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 24g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 941mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

HICKORY SMOKED BURGERS WITH GLAZED APPLES AND SMOKED CHEDDAR

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Provided by Food Network

Time 42m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

Smoked Cheddar cheese, sliced
4 onion rolls, sliced
Crisco® Butter No-Stick Cooking Spray
BURGER PATTIES:
1/2 cup Smucker's® Spiced Apple Butter
2 tbsps. Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsps. hickory smoke flavoring*
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. ground pepper
1 1/4 lbs. ground beef chuck
GLAZED APPLES:
1 cup Smucker's® Spiced Apple Butter
1 large Granny Smith apple, washed, cored and sliced 3/8-inch thick crosswise
1 large sweet onion, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick crosswise, keeping rings intact

Steps:

COMBINE 1/2 cup apple butter, Worcestershire sauce, hickory smoke flavoring, salt and pepper in medium bowl. Crumble ground chuck into bowl; gently combine the ingredients well. Shape meat into four 5-inch wide patties; refrigerate.
COAT unheated grill grate with no-stick cooking spray. Heat grill to medium-high (350 degrees F to 400 degrees F). Coat apples and onions (keeping slices intact) with 1 cup apple butter.
GRILL burgers, apples and onions 4 to 6 minutes per side or until juices run clear on the burgers and the apples and onions are tender. Toast rolls, if desired.
TOP each burger with cheese during the last 2 minutes of grilling. Place a burger on each roll bottom, top with grilled apples and onions and the roll top; serve.

Tips:

For an extra smoky flavor, soak wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes before using.
If you don't have a smoker, you can use a grill or oven.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the burgers are cooked to your desired doneness.
Let the burgers rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve the burgers on a toasted bun with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Hickory smoked cheeseburgers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a burger that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give hickory smoked cheeseburgers a try!