Copycat Shake Shack Smokeshack Recipe

Name: Copycat Shake Shack Smokeshack
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Burgers; 2 lbs ground beef; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; Shack sauce; 1 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 3/4 teaspoon ketchup; 1/4 teaspoon pickle juice (kosher dill); 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 potato hamburger buns; 8 slices cheese (American); 16 slices smoked bacon, thick cut, cooked; 2/3 cup cherry pepper (pickled)

Servings: persons

Burgers
2 lbs ground beef
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Shack sauce
1 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon ketchup
1/4 teaspoon pickle juice (kosher dill)
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 potato hamburger buns
8 slices cheese (American)
16 slices smoked bacon, thick cut, cooked
2/3 cup cherry pepper (pickled)

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["Heat oven to 150 degrees F. Place a rimmed baking sheet in the oven.", "After forming hamburger patties into 8 (5-inch) wide patties, about 1/3 inch-thick, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Refrigerate.", "Shack Sauce:", "In a small bowl, stir together; mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, pickle brine, and cayenne pepper.", "Heat butter in a cast-iron skillet over medium -ow. Place buns, split side down in skillet until golden, 2 to 3 minutes; transfer to a plate.", "Increase heat to medium-high, working in two batches place patties in the pan, Using a large, sturdy spatula, firmly press burgers into the pan making sure they ""smash slightly"" and adhere to the pan. Cook, undisturbed, until bottom of burger is dark brown and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip patties, using spatula to ""smash"" lightly again; top each burger with a cheese slice, cook until cheese has melted and burger patty is dark golden brown on other side, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer burgers to baking sheet in the oven. Off of the heat, using paper towels if needed, wipe any excess cheese or oil from the skillet. Repeat the process with the remaining burger patties.", "Assemble:", "Dividing evenly layer buns with a two cheeseburgers, two strips of bacon and chopped cherry pepper. Spread 1 tablespoon of ShakSauce on each top buns. Top burgers and serve hot, with additional ShakSauce on the Side."]

2154

kcal

Calories

182

Fat

Carbs

116

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Burgers, 2 lbs ground beef, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Copycat Shake Shack Smokeshack falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Copycat Shake Shack Smokeshack

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