Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Sweet Potato Fries

45 minutes
1530 calories
Serves 4
Lunch
Balanced American

A double‑stacked bacon cheeseburger served with a side of crispy sweet‑potato fries. This nut‑free American meal is packed with protein and energy – perfect for a high‑calorie lunch to fuel muscle growth.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (formed into 2 large patties)
  • 4 slices bacon
  • 2 slices cheddar cheese
  • 1 large burger bun (split)
  • Lettuce, tomato, onion slices (for topping)
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into fry wedges
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise (to serve)

Instructions

  1. PREP AHEAD
  2. - Heat oven to 425 °F; line sheet pan.
  3. - Cut sweet potatoes into wedges; toss with oil, salt, pepper.
  4. - Form two 8-oz beef patties; season generously.
  5. - Slice burger toppings; separate bacon rashers.
  6. - Ready cheese, condiments, and toasted bun halves.
  7. COOKING STEPS
  8. 1. Roast sweet-potato wedges on hot sheet pan 25 min, turning halfway, until browned and tender.
  9. 2. Meanwhile cook bacon in skillet over medium until crisp; drain on paper towel.
  10. 3. Raise heat to medium-high; sear patties 3–4 min per side. Lay cheddar on each; cover 30 sec to melt.
  11. 4. Toast cut sides of bun briefly in skillet.
  12. 5. Build burgers: bottom bun, lettuce, patty, bacon, tomato, onion, sauces, top bun. Plate with sweet-potato fries.
  13. (Active time ≈ 20 min | Total ≈ 30 min)

Nutrition Facts

1530
Calories
80
Protein
100
Carbs
90
Fat
6g
Fiber
8g
Sugar