Bison Breakfast Burgers
Mornings call for something hearty, flavorful, and easy to pull together, and these bison breakfast smash burgers check every box. Made with Great Range ground bison, each patty cooks up tender and rich, with just the right balance of savory and slightly sweet from the caramelized onion and brown sugar.
Bison is a natural fit for breakfast. It’s lean, high in protein, and packed with iron, helping you start the day with lasting energy. When smashed onto a hot skillet, it develops a beautifully crisp edge while staying juicy inside, making it perfect for pairing with classic breakfast favorites like eggs, bacon, and toasted bagels.
Whether you’re cooking for a weekend brunch or switching up your weekday routine, these burgers bring bold flavor to the table without feeling heavy, just a solid, satisfying way to start your day.
Bison Breakfast Burgers
Ingredients
- 16 oz Great Range Ground Bison
- ½ cup sweet onion - finely diced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
For Burgers & Toppings
- Everything bagels - sliced & toasted
- Jalapeno cream cheese
- Crispy bacon
- Fried eggs
- Mashed Avocado
Instructions
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Preheat a skillet over medium high heat. In a large bowl, combine the ground bison, sweet onion, brown sugar and salt and pepper. Mix well to combine then portion into individual ½ cup balls. Place each ball on a 8x8 square piece of parchment.
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Place each burger on the skillet, 1-2 at a time, parchment side up. Use a burger press to smash the burgers onto the skillet until they are ¼-½ inch thick. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side.
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Assemble breakfast burgers by toasting everything bagels, adding cream cheese, your favorite crispy bacon, fried eggs or mashed avocado. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
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