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Easy Grilled Cola Burger

Savory Easy Grilled Cola Burger for Ultimate BBQ Flavor

Experience the juicy combination of savory and sweet flavors with this Easy Grilled Cola Burger recipe, perfect for BBQs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 6 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Burger Patties
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients together
  • 1/2 cup Cola Adds moisture and sweetness
  • 1 cup Saltines Serves as a binding agent
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, provides flavor depth
  • 1/2 cup Onion Diced, adds sweetness and moisture
  • 1/4 cup French Dressing Acts as a flavor enhancer
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, adds richness
  • 1.5 pounds Ground Beef Ideally 80/20 fat for juiciness

Equipment

  • Grill

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Grilled Cola Burger
  1. Prepare the grill by cleaning the grill grates and preheating to medium heat, around 400°F.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the egg, half of the cola, crushed saltines, French dressing, diced onion, minced garlic, and Parmesan until combined.
  3. Add the ground beef to the mixture and gently combine. Shape into six equal patties.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the remaining cola with a bit of French dressing for brushing.
  5. Grill the patties for 5-6 minutes on each side until well browned and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Brush the cola mixture onto the burgers just before flipping.
  7. Let the burgers rest for a couple of minutes before serving on brioche buns.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider different flavored colas or dressings to customize your Easy Grilled Cola Burger experience. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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