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Juicy Lucy Cheese Stuffed Burgers

These classic cheese stuffed burgers feature a molten, gooey center that makes every bite feel like a special diner treat.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 14, 2026
Juicy Lucy Cheese Stuffed Burgers
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
10 minutes
Total
25 minutes
Serves
4

The Juicy Lucy is a true American classic that originates from the diners of Minnesota. Instead of topping your burger with a slice of cheese, you hide it right inside the meat. This creates an incredible pocket of melted goodness that flows out when you take that first bite.

I love this recipe because it uses simple pantry staples to turn ordinary ground beef into something truly fun. It is a budget friendly dinner that tastes like a throwback to childhood, and it works just as well in a skillet as it does on your backyard grill.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 or 85/15)
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 6 slices American cheese, quartered
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 12 pickle slices

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a large bowl. Mix gently just until combined.

  2. 2

    Divide the beef into 8 equal portions and shape them into balls.

  3. 3

    Place each ball between sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap, then press down with a heavy skillet to create 8 thin patties.

  4. 4

    Take 4 of the patties and place a few pieces of the quartered American cheese in the center of each one, leaving a clear border around the edge.

  5. 5

    Place the remaining 4 patties on top of the cheese filled ones, then pinch and smooth the edges tightly to seal the cheese inside.

  6. 6

    Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully add the patties.

  7. 7

    Cook for 3 minutes without moving them, then flip and cook for another 3 minutes on the other side.

  8. 8

    Remove the burgers from the heat and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving to ensure the cheese is perfectly molten.

💡 Tips

Be careful not to overwork the meat when mixing, as this keeps the burgers tender rather than dense. Let the burgers rest for at least 5 minutes before serving so the cheese thickens slightly and is not dangerously hot. Serve them with classic pickles or your favorite burger toppings like grilled onions and mustard.

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