Hot Honey Pub Cheese® Burgers with Crispy Fried Jalapeños

This burger is all about contrast. The creamy Pub Cheese®, sweet heat from the hot honey and crispy fried jalapeños deliver a perfect combination of rich, crunchy, sweet, spicy, and savory in every bite.

 

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Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Servings
4
Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 pretzel burger buns, toasted
  • 1 (8 oz) container Président® Aged White Cheddar Pub Cheese®
  • 2 tbsp hot honey, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 cup crispy fried jalapeños
  • Dill pickles, red onion or any toppings of your choice
  • Butter, for toasting the buns
Instructions
  1. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and gently form into burger patties. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet, grill, or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook the burgers for about 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
  3. Meanwhile, butter the cut sides of the pretzel buns and toast until lightly golden.
  4. Microwave the Président® Aged White Cheddar Pub Cheese® for about 30 seconds, stirring halfway through, until warm and spreadable.
  5. Spread a generous layer of the warm Pub Cheese® on the bottom bun. Add the burger, spread more Pub Cheese® on top and drizzle with hot hone. Finish with a generous handful of crispy fried jalapeños. Place the top bun on and serve immediately with desired toppings.
Recipe by

George Duran is a classically trained chef, TV host, and lifestyle expert known for Ham on the Street and The Ultimate Cake Off!. He’s also a longtime culinary contributor on Good Morning America, where he brings humor, smart shortcuts, and real-world cooking experience into every recipe he shares.