Cedar Planked Burgers Recipe

Name: Cedar Planked Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 portobello mushrooms, stems removed; 4 shiitake mushrooms, stems removed; 2 Walla Walla onions, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices; Canola oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 untreated cedar planks, each about 5 by 12 inches, soaked in water to cover for at least 2 hours (available at hardware stores); Canola oil; 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (80-percent lean); Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup Red Wine Barbeque Sauce, recipe follows; 8 slices good-quality aged white Cheddar; 4 hamburger buns, split and lightly toasted on the grill; 1 1/4 cups ketchup; 2 tablespoons ancho chile powder; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons molasses; 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 1 heaping tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 teaspoon chile de arbol or cayenne powder; 1 canned chipotle chile in adobo, chopped; 2 cups dry red wine, such as pinot noir; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Try this homemade Cedar Planked Burgers recipe the whole family will love. Made with portobello mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, Walla Walla onions and Ca…

This Cedar Planked Burgers relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as canola oil, ketchup and ancho chile powder. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 626 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

4 portobello mushrooms, stems removed
4 shiitake mushrooms, stems removed
2 Walla Walla onions, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
Canola oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 untreated cedar planks, each about 5 by 12 inches, soaked in water to cover for at least 2 hours (available at hardware stores)
Canola oil
1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (80-percent lean)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup Red Wine Barbeque Sauce, recipe follows
8 slices good-quality aged white Cheddar
4 hamburger buns, split and lightly toasted on the grill
1 1/4 cups ketchup
2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 heaping tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon chile de arbol or cayenne powder
1 canned chipotle chile in adobo, chopped
2 cups dry red wine, such as pinot noir
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
For the grilled mushrooms and onions: Prepare a charcoal grill for direct and indirect heat.
2
Brush the portobello mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms and onions with oil on both sides and season with salt and pepper.
3
Grill over direct heat on both sides until slightly charred and just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
4
Reserve for the burgers.
5
For the burgers: Remove the planks from the water and place them over direct heat for about 2 minutes per side.
6
Remove the planks from the grill and brush the top side with oil.
7
Divide the meat into 4 equal portions (about 6 ounces each).
8
Form each portion loosely into a 3/4-inch-thick burger and make a deep depression in the center with your thumb.
9
Brush with canola oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
10
Put the burgers on the grill over direct heat and cook until nicely charred, about 3 minutes.
11
Flip and cook until the second side is charred, about 3 minutes.
12
Place 2 burgers on each cedar plank.
13
Put the planks over indirect heat, brush each burger with 1 tablespoon Red Wine Barbeque Sauce and top each with 2 slices of cheese.
14
Cover the grill to melt the cheese and finish cooking, about 5 minutes.
15
Put the burgers on the bottom buns and top each with more barbeque sauce, some mushroom caps, some grilled onions and the top bun.
16
Serve immediately.
17
Combine the ketchup, 1 cup water, ancho chile powder, honey, molasses, sugar, mustard, paprika, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, chile de arbol, and chipotle chile in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
18
Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
19
Meanwhile, bring the wine to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat.
20
Simmer until reduced to 1 cup, about 20 minutes.
21
Stir the reduced wine into the sauce.
22
Season with salt and pepper.
23
Pour into a bowl and allow to cool at room temperature.
24
(The sauce will keep for 1 week in the refrigerator stored in a tightly sealed container.)

626

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 portobello mushrooms, stems removed, 4 shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, 2 Walla Walla onions, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices, Canola oil, and more.

Yes, Cedar Planked Burgers falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
626 kcal
Category
General

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