🔥 Spicy Bacon Mac 'n' Cheese Burger: The Boldest Burger You’ll Ever Bite

Let’s be honest — some burgers go hard, and then some go legendary. The Spicy Bacon Mac 'n' Cheese Burger is what happens when comfort food breaks all the rules and gets loaded with heat, cheese, and crispy bacon crunch.

This burger isn’t for the faint of heart — it’s big, bold, unapologetic, and dripping in creamy, spicy mac. Stack that on a juicy beef patty, add crunchy bacon, and sandwich it all in a toasted brioche bun... now we’re talking serious burger business.

Perfect for game days, cheat meals, cookouts, or that one meal where you’re going all in — this burger is pure indulgence. And with the ingredients easy to grab online, you’ll be devouring this flavor bomb in no time.

🛒 What You’ll Need (With Links)

You can grab all the ingredients and tools from major retailers, making this burger as easy to shop for as it is to crave.

Ingredient	Shop Link
1 lb ground beef (80/20)	Marketside Ground Beef – Walmart
6 slices thick-cut bacon	Oscar Mayer Bacon – Amazon
1 cup elbow macaroni	Barilla Elbows Pasta – Walmart
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese	Sargento Shredded Sharp Cheddar – Walmart
½ cup whole milk	Great Value Whole Milk – Walmart
2 tbsp butter	Kerrygold Irish Butter – Walmart
1 fresh jalapeño (optional)	Fresh Jalapeños – Walmart Grocery
Hot sauce (like Frank’s or Sriracha)	Frank’s RedHot Sauce – Amazon
4 brioche buns	Marketside Brioche Buns – Walmart

🔧 Tools You’ll Want:

🔥 How to Make the Spicy Bacon Mac 'n' Cheese Burger

This burger might look gourmet, but it's easy enough for any home cook to throw together in under 30 minutes. Let’s get cooking.

Step 1: Cook the Bacon

Start with the flavor foundation — crispy, thick-cut bacon. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lay out 6 slices of bacon on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Once crispy, transfer to paper towels to drain and cool. Set aside for the final burger build.

🔥 Bonus Tip: Add a light sprinkle of brown sugar on top of the bacon before baking for a sweet-spicy contrast.

Step 2: Make the Spicy Mac 'n' Cheese

While the bacon cooks, whip up your spicy mac.

Boil 1 cup of elbow macaroni until just tender. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
Stir in 1½ cups shredded cheddar and ½ cup milk, whisking until smooth and creamy.
Add a splash of hot sauce (Frank’s or Sriracha), chopped fresh jalapeño, or both, depending on your heat tolerance.

Fold in the cooked macaroni and stir until everything is saucy and spicy.

Step 3: Grill the Burger Patties

Form your 1 lb of ground beef into 4 equal patties. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika or cayenne if you want even more kick.

Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat nd cook each patty for 3–4 minutes per side, until seared and juicy.

In the last minute of cooking, add a spoonful of shredded cheese on top and cover until melted.

Step 4: Toast the Brioche Buns

Slice and lightly butter the insides of your brioche buns. Toast them in a skillet or on a griddle until golden brown. The slight crisp helps them stand up to all the cheesy goodness.

Step 5: Assemble the Monster Burger

Now for the moment of glory. Here’s how to stack it:

Bottom brioche bun
A layer of spicy mac ‘n’ cheese
One cheesy beef patty
3 slices of crispy bacon
Another scoop of mac ‘n’ cheese
A drizzle of hot sauce (if you dare)
Top brioche bun

Serve with a side of napkins and self-respect — because this burger is wild.

😍 Why It Works: Flavor Breakdown

This burger brings that late-night diner fantasy to life. It’s got every crave-worthy texture and flavor:

Creamy, spicy mac oozing over the sides
Smoky bacon for the crunch factor
Melty cheddar layered onto juicy beef
Soft brioche that ties it all together

It’s a flavor explosion that balances heat, richness, and satisfaction with every bite.

🍽️ Pair It Right

If you’re going to go this hard, don’t stop now. Here are the perfect sides and sips to round out your plate:

Loaded fries with jalapeños and ranch

Fried pickles or crispy onion rings

Creamy slaw with a citrus kick

Spiked lemonade or a cold lager

📸 Burger Worthy of the ‘Gram

If you don’t post this burger, did it even happen? Here’s how to make it pop on camera:

Stack it high and let the mac spill out naturally
Slice it in half to show the cheese pull and layers
Use a wooden cutting board and parchment for that “chef at home” vibe
Hashtag: #MacnCheeseBurger and #ThaReviewEats

🖼“Spicy Bacon Mac and Cheese Burger stacked with beef patty, jalapeño mac, bacon, and melted cheddar on a toasted brioche bun.”

🛍️ Quick Links for Ingredients

Here’s a quick recap of everything you need to grab:

🔥 Final Bite: A Burger That Brings the Heat

The Spicy Bacon Mac 'n' Cheese Burger is a flavor overload that doesn’t hold back. It’s a perfect fusion of spicy, creamy comfort food and backyard burger bliss. Whether you're making it for a crowd or treating yourself, this burger is a full-on experience.

So go ahead — cook it, crush it, and share it with the world.

💬 Let’s Hear From You

Got your own twist? Add grilled onions? Double patties? Ghost pepper sauce?

Tag us at @ThaReview, use the hashtag #MacAttackBurger, and show us what you’ve created. You already know: this burger goes hard.

Spicy Bacon Mac 'n' Cheese Burger: The Boldest Burger You’ll Ever Bite