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Church Brunch Burger with Hollandaise and Fried Egg inspired by Cobblestones of Lowell
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Church Brunch Burger with Hollandaise and Fried Egg

Main Course
This indulgent burger delivers a perfect combination of savory flavors and contrasting textures in every bite. A juicy beef patty serves as the foundation for layers of sharp American cheese, crispy bacon, and a perfectly fried egg. The crowning touch is a rich, lemony hollandaise sauce that brings a velvety smoothness, while crispy onions add a satisfying crunch.
Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 50 mins
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (Freshly ground)
  • 8 slices bacon (Thick-cut)
  • 4 whole large eggs
  • 8 slices sharp American cheese
  • 4 whole brioche burger buns
  • 2 tbsp butter (For toasting buns)
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups vegetable oil (For frying onions)
  • 3 large egg yolks (For hollandaise)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (Melted, for hollandaise)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (Fresh)
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 tsp salt (For hollandaise)

Tools You'll Need

  • Large skillet or griddle
  • Medium saucepan for double boiler
  • Heat-safe mixing bowl
  • Wire whisk
  • Deep pot for frying onions
  • Spider strainer or slotted spoon
  • Paper towels
  • Meat thermometer (optional)

Chef's Tip

Make a small indent with your thumb in the center of each raw patty before cooking. This prevents the burger from puffing up in the middle and helps it cook more evenly across the entire surface, creating a perfect foundation for your toppings.

Instructions

  1. For the crispy onions: Slice onion into thin rings. Soak in buttermilk for 15 minutes. Drain, then dredge in flour seasoned with a pinch of salt. Fry in 350°F oil until golden, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  2. For the hollandaise: Create a double boiler by placing a heat-safe bowl over a pot of simmering water. Whisk egg yolks and lemon juice in the bowl until thickened and doubled in volume.
  3. Remove hollandaise from heat and slowly drizzle in melted butter while whisking constantly. Season with salt and cayenne. Keep warm.
  4. For the burgers: Combine ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 patties, making a slight depression in the center with your thumb.
  5. Cook bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Remove, leaving the fat in the pan. Add burger patties and cook 4-5 minutes per side for medium, adding cheese slices during the last minute to melt.
  6. Toast brioche buns with butter until golden. Set aside.
  7. In the same skillet, fry eggs sunny-side up or over-easy, depending on preference.
  8. Assemble burgers: Bottom bun, burger with melted cheese, bacon (2 slices per burger), fried egg, crispy onions, drizzle of hollandaise sauce, top bun.
  9. Serve immediately with plenty of napkins.

Plating

Place the assembled burger in the center of a large plate or in a shallow bowl lined with parchment paper. Drizzle additional hollandaise sauce over the top, allowing it to cascade down the sides. Arrange any extra crispy onions around the plate. Secure the burger with a wooden skewer if desired for stability and presentation.

Storage & Reheating

These burgers are best enjoyed immediately after preparation. If necessary, cooked patties can be refrigerated separately for up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet or microwave. The hollandaise sauce does not store well and should be made fresh. Crispy onions can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days but will lose some crispness.

About This Recipe

This burger transforms a classic American comfort food into an indulgent brunch-inspired treat. Drawing influence from eggs Benedict, the combination of a rich hollandaise sauce with a perfectly cooked egg creates a decadent topping for the juicy burger patty. The contrast of textures between the tender meat, melty cheese, crisp bacon, and crunchy onions provides a multi-sensory experience that elevates this beyond an ordinary burger.

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