Five Guys Inspired22 min42% less fatFive Guys High-Protein Cheeseburger
A juicy double-patty cheeseburger loaded with all the classic customizable toppings — same made-to-order stack, grilled instead of griddle-fried in extra oil.
Healthier swap for Five Guys Cheeseburger
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Nutrition facts
Per serving — 2 servings total
- Calories
- 574 kcal
- Protein
- 49g protein
- Carbs
- 32g carbs
- Fat
- 29g fat
- Sugar
- 6g sugar
- Sodium
- 1008mg sodium
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- 400g
- 4
- 2
- 2
- 1 medium
- 1/4
- 8 slices
- 1 tsp each
- 1/4 cup
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Ingredients
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- 400g
- 4
- 2
- 2
- 1 medium
- 1/4
- 8 slices
- 1 tsp each
- 1/4 cup
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Steps
- 1Season the patties generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- 2Heat a dry ridged grill pan or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and sear the patties 3 minutes per side, until deeply browned.
- 3Add cheese to each patty in the last 30 seconds of cooking to melt.
- 4Toast the buns cut-side down in a dry pan for 60 seconds until golden.
- 5Build each burger with 2 cheesy patties stacked, then lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and grilled mushrooms if using.
- 6Finish with ketchup and mustard before closing.
Tips
- Smash the patties slightly thinner for a bigger sear surface, just like the original.
- Let toppings be fully customizable — add jalapeños or A1 sauce to match your usual order.
Ingredients
0 of 9 checked off
- 400g
- 4
- 2
- 2
- 1 medium
- 1/4
- 8 slices
- 1 tsp each
- 1/4 cup
Want this combined with your other favorites? Upgrade to Premium
Steps
- 1Season the patties generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- 2Heat a dry ridged grill pan or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and sear the patties 3 minutes per side, until deeply browned.
- 3Add cheese to each patty in the last 30 seconds of cooking to melt.
- 4Toast the buns cut-side down in a dry pan for 60 seconds until golden.
- 5Build each burger with 2 cheesy patties stacked, then lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and grilled mushrooms if using.
- 6Finish with ketchup and mustard before closing.
Tips
- Smash the patties slightly thinner for a bigger sear surface, just like the original.
- Let toppings be fully customizable — add jalapeños or A1 sauce to match your usual order.
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