How To Smoke Burgers On A Traeger

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For this recipe were going to add some of that wood fired fun into our burgers.  Basic burgers are out, smoked burgers are all in!

How To Smoke Burgers On A Traeger

Choose your favorite toppings and condiments and let’s get ready to devour

   
Print Recipe for Traeger Smoked Burgers
Yield: 4 Burger
Prep time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 50-60 Minutes (depending on doneness)

Ingredients

Measure   Ingredient                                                                                     Prep Notes      
4 ea                Burger Patties, 8 oz (half pound)                                     80/20 Ground Chuck
2 tbsp             Rub-A-Dub Seasoning, 5280 Culinary
2 tbsp             Island Boys Coffee Rub, 5280 Culinary
4 slices           Cheese, Sliced                                                                        Choice of flavor                   
4 ea                Buns, Brioche or Talera                                                      Toasted or Warmed
Toppings       Lettuce, Tomato, Onions and Pickles
Condiments  Mayo, Mustard and Ketchup

Cooking Notes:

For an even better flavor, toast or grill the burger bun
 

Cooking Directions:

Wash all tools prior to use
Clean and sanitize all cutting boards and prep surfaces prior to use
Read all manufacturer’s instructions before using grills, or any cooking tools
Clean out Traeger as needed and change drip tray liner (if applicable)
Fill pellet hopper with Reserve Blend Pellets
Set Traeger to 275˚ F, hit enter and hit ignite
While Traeger is heating up:
Season burgers on both sides with a 50/50 mix of Rub-A-Dub and Island Boys Coffee Rub
Place burgers on the grill grate
Add wireless probe if you have one (for this recipe I’m using a digital instant read thermometer)
Let burgers smoke at 275˚ F for 50-60 Minutes or until desired doneness
** During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the sliced cheese and allow it to melt
** During the last 5 minutes of cooking, warm or toast the buns
Using a spatula, remove the burgers from the grill and onto a cooking sheet pan
Add toppings to the bottom bun
Add your favorite condiments
   

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Published on 5/31/2022.
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