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Delicious Pineapple Bacon Burger

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Enjoy gourmet-style burgers with a combo of sweet pineapple, crispy bacon, and seasoned beef—all baked and no grill needed.
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Clare Greco
Updated on Wed, 18 Jun 2025 19:37:46 GMT
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This bacon-wrapped pineapple burger totally saved dinner for me. I was so tired of making the same burgers over and over but didn't feel like grilling outside. Bacon wrapping and oven baking means you get ridiculous flavor with zero standing around or flipping. The beef gets boosted by sweet pineapple, smoky bacon, and a kick of BBQ—trust me, folks think these are from some trendy burger joint.

My son (who's usually all about fast food) thought these were "actually awesome" and even wanted seconds. For him, that means he really, really liked it. My daughter, who complains every meal, ate the whole thing with zero protests.

Essential Ingredients

  • Brioche buns: Grab some from the bakery area, they're way squishier
  • Regular bacon: Skip thick slices—they won't crisp quick enough
  • Lean ground beef: 93/7 works great, doesn’t leave things greasy
  • Good BBQ sauce: Just pick one you love on its own
  • Fresh pineapple rings: Cut your own if possible, it’s worth the quick effort
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Make It Happen

Bake it up
Pop your burgers in the oven for 15 minutes. Pull 'em out, brush with BBQ, then back in for another 10-15 minutes until the inside hits 160°F. Let them chill for 5 minutes before destroying them, or you'll lose all those good juices.
Wrap with bacon
The fun part—lay out two bacon strips in an X, set a beef patty in the middle, top with pineapple, and fold the bacon up. Poke a toothpick through to keep it all together.
Start things off
Turn that oven up to 400°F and cover a big baking pan with foil and a rack. The rack saves the bottoms from getting soggy.
Mix it up
Toss beef with two big scoops of BBQ sauce, a pinch of salt, and some pepper. Don't go all-in mixing—just get it together and shape four patties.

I totally blew it the first time by digging in right away, and the burgers ended up dry. Waiting those five minutes changes everything—they're juicy every single time now.

Serving Tips

Pop these on buns and toss on some lettuce if you want, but any toppings work honestly. Fries or crispy rings are killer with these. With the sweet and bacon action, they're extra good with beer if that's your vibe.

Switch It Up

Go for a spicy BBQ sauce if you're feeling bold. Sometimes I toss on cheese the last few minutes in the oven too. Grilling your pineapple for a quick char is awesome if you’re in the mood.

Leftover Game

Fresh is best, but extras keep for a day or two in the fridge. Put them in the oven to reheat or you'll get chewy bacon in the microwave—nobody wants that.

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Making these is now my sneaky way to make plain old dinner feel kind of special. Sweet pineapple and salty bacon just play so well together. They're easy crowd-pleasers and even the picky ones want seconds.

Recipe FAQs

→ Can I skip wrapping the bacon around the burgers?
Sure! You can bake the bacon separately and add it as a topping. Just cook the patties with the pineapple placed on top for about 20-25 minutes.
→ What temperature tells me the burgers are fully cooked?
You can check with a meat thermometer—160°F gets you well-done (best for ground beef), 150-155°F for medium-well, or 140-145°F if you like medium.
→ Is canned pineapple okay to use here?
Of course! Just grab rings packed in juice (not heavy syrup) and dry them off before using to avoid too much liquid.
→ Why should the burgers rest before eating?
It gives the juices inside time to settle, so when you slice or bite in, the burger stays juicy instead of drying out.
→ Can I prepare this ahead of time?
Yep! You can get everything ready a few hours early and store it in the fridge. Just bake for a little longer if you're starting with cold patties.

Bacon Pineapple Burger

Bacon-wrapped beef patties baked with pineapple slices and smoky BBQ flavors—no need to fire up the grill.

Prep Time
10 min
Cooking Time
30 min
Total Time
40 min
By: Ana

Category: Lunch & Dinner

Skill Level: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yields: 4 Servings (4 burgers)

Dietary Preferences: Dairy-Free

Ingredients

→ Burger Patties

01 1 pound of ground beef with 93% lean and 7% fat content
02 Half a teaspoon of salt
03 Four tablespoons of smoky BBQ sauce, divided (use Sweet Baby Ray's or something similar)
04 A quarter teaspoon of freshly cracked black pepper

→ Toppings & Wrapping

05 Four soft brioche burger buns
06 Four thick slices of fresh pineapple, core removed, each about ½ inch thick
07 Eight slices of uncooked bacon, smoked
08 Toothpicks to hold things together

Steps

Step 01

Set your oven to 400°F. Take a large baking tray, cover it with foil, and put an oven-safe rack on top so air can circulate while cooking.

Step 02

In a mixing bowl, lightly combine the beef with two tablespoons of BBQ sauce and add the salt and pepper. Handle gently so the mixture stays tender.

Step 03

Split the beef mix into four equal parts, about 4 ounces each. Form each one into a patty that's roughly 3½ inches wide and half an inch thick.

Step 04

Arrange two slices of bacon on parchment paper in a criss-cross pattern. Place a patty in the center, where the bacon strips overlap.

Step 05

Layer a pineapple slice on top of the patty and pull the bacon ends up and over so they wrap around everything. Secure with a toothpick right in the middle.

Step 06

Continue wrapping the rest of the patties, bacon, and pineapple slices in the same way. Put all the wrapped burgers on the baking tray you prepped earlier.

Step 07

Pop them in the oven for 15 minutes, then take them out. Brush the bacon with the remaining two tablespoons of BBQ sauce using a brush.

Step 08

Put the tray back in the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes. When the inside hits 160°F, they're done. Cook less time if you'd like them a bit juicier.

Step 09

Take the burgers out and leave them to sit for five minutes. While they rest, toast your buns if you'd like.

Step 10

Pull out the toothpicks carefully and pop the burgers onto the buns. Pile on extra toppings like lettuce or cheese if you want and dig in.

Notes

  1. The USDA says ground beef should reach 160°F to be safe to eat.
  2. If you don’t have fresh pineapple, grab canned rings packed in juice. Just dry them off before using.
  3. Use regular or center-cut bacon. Thick slices won’t crisp up well in this timeframe.
  4. Let cooked burgers sit for 5 minutes to keep them juicy and flavorful.

Required Equipment

  • A big baking tray with sides
  • Wire rack that can go in the oven
  • Foil to line the tray
  • Basting brush
  • Instant thermometer for temperature checks
  • Toothpicks for keeping everything together

Allergen Information

Review each ingredient for potential allergens and consult a healthcare professional if needed.
  • Gluten is in the burger buns
  • Bacon contains pork

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

These details are for informational purposes only and don’t replace medical advice.
  • Calories: 531
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Protein: 35 g