Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Servings: 4 burgers
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Cuisine: American / Bobby Flay Signature
✨ Why You’ll Love This Burger
Bobby Flay’s Crunchburger is not your average cheeseburger. This burger, a signature item from Bobby’s Burger Palace, brings a juicy, cheesy patty to life with the unexpected crunch of potato chips layered right into the bun. Add a zesty horseradish mustard sauce, and you’ve got a burger that’s bold, creative, and downright addictive.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Burgers:
- 1½ pounds ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 slices American cheese (or your favorite melty cheese)
- 4 soft hamburger buns (brioche works beautifully)
- 1 handful of thin crispy potato chips (per burger)
For the Horseradish Mustard Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
🔪 Instructions
Step 1: Make the Horseradish Mustard Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together:
- ½ cup mayo
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp horseradish
- 1 tsp white wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper
Refrigerate until ready to use. This sauce keeps well for a few days and adds serious flavor.
Step 2: Shape and Season the Patties
- Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions (about 6 oz each).
- Gently form into patties, about ¾ inch thick.
- Make a small dimple in the center of each patty (this prevents bulging).
- Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Step 3: Grill the Patties
- Heat a grill or cast-iron skillet to medium-high heat.
- Cook the burgers 3–4 minutes per side for medium doneness.
- Add a slice of American cheese during the last minute of cooking.
- Cover (with a lid or foil) to help the cheese melt evenly.
Step 4: Toast the Buns (Optional but Recommended)
- Lightly butter the buns and toast them cut-side down until golden.
- This adds texture and prevents sogginess from the sauce.
Step 5: Assemble the Crunchburger
- Spread the horseradish mustard sauce on the bottom bun.
- Add the cheeseburger patty.
- Top generously with crispy potato chips for that signature crunch.
- Finish with the top bun and press gently.
🍟 Pro Tips
- Use kettle-style chips for extra crunch.
- Want more heat? Add a dash of hot sauce to the burger or sauce.
- Serve with a cold pickle spear and sweet potato fries for the ultimate Bobby Flay-style plate.
🧑🍳 Final Thoughts
The Crunchburger is proof of Bobby Flay’s genius in balancing texture and bold flavor. It’s simple, yet feels gourmet. Serve it at your next BBQ or burger night, and prepare to impress.