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BBQ Pineapple Burger

This bbq pineapple burger is the best thing to hit the burger scene. A perfectly seasoned beef patty mixed with cilantro, pineapple bbq sauce and topped with fresh grilled pineapple and smashed avocado!

bbq pineapple burger on a plate topped with pineapple, avocado, and bbq sauce.

Are you looking for a delicious burger that is PERFECT for summertime?

Look no further than this BBQ pineapple burger.

It’s a delicious burger mixed with cilantro and pineapple BBQ sauce, grilled, and then topped with spicy pepper jack cheese, grilled pineapple, mashed avocado, and a drizzle of pineapple bbq sauce.

I love to serve mine on Hawaiian bread rolls because I love the little hint of sweetness.

Plus, they toast up beautifully!

Two bbq pineapple burgers on a plate.

Do I have to use ground beef for this burger?

Nope! It actually works great with ground turkey and ground chicken.

Plus, the addition of cilantro and pineapple bbq into the meat adds a big burst of flavor that blends with most ground meats.

I would stay away from very strong ground meats like ground lamb.

What is pineapple bbq sauce?

It’s a simple semi-homemade sauce that is a mixture of your favorite bbq sauce, pineapple juice, and crushed red pepper.

My personal favorite store-bought bbq sauce is Sweet Baby Ray’s.

Love all these flavors but want your burger a little more traditional? Try this Western bacon cheeseburger! It’s topped with BBQ sauce, onion rings, and bacon!

Do I have to cook my burger on a grill?

If you don’t have a grill you can easily cook this burger on the stovetop.

You’ll want to cook the patties over medium-high heat until the patty is almost fully cooked and then top with cheese. You can heat the pineapple up in the same skillet or grill it on a stovetop grill pan.

Add to the bun, top with desired toppings, and enjoy!

bbq pineapple burger on a black plate.

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This bbq pineapple burger is the best thing to hit the burger scene. A perfectly seasoned beef patty mixed with cilantro, pineapple bbq sauce and topped with fresh grilled pineapple and smashed avocado!

BBQ Pineapple Burger

Author: Brandy O’Neill – Nutmeg Nanny
This bbq pineapple burger is the best thing to hit the burger scene. A perfectly seasoned beef patty mixed with cilantro, pineapple bbq sauce and topped with fresh grilled pineapple and smashed avocado!
4.78 from 9 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 burgers

Ingredients

For burgers:

  • 1-1/2 pounds Certified Angus Beef ® brand ground beef
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 4 tablespoons pineapple bbq sauce
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 thick sliced pineapple rings
  • 4 slices pepper jack cheese
  • 4 buns
  • 2 avocados mashed

For pineapple bbq sauce:

  • 1/2 cup store bought bbq sauce I used Sweet Baby Ray’s
  • 6 tablespoons pineapple juice
  • 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper more can be added if desired

Instructions

For burgers:

  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  • Add ground beef to a bowl with chopped cilantro, 4 tablespoons pineapple bbq sauce, kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Mix together and form into 4 burger patties, set aside.
  • Add pineapple rings to a grill and char slightly on each side. Once cooked set aside.
  • Add burgers to the grill and cook for about 5 minutes per side or until desired doneness is met.
  • Top with cheese right before taking off the grill and let melt.
  • Add burger patties to your buns, top with smashed avocado, pineapple ring and drizzle with additional bbq sauce. You can also add on more cilantro if you’re a fan.

For pineapple bbq sauce:

  • Mix together and set aside.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 1302kcal | Carbohydrates: 75g | Protein: 82g | Fat: 75g | Saturated Fat: 27g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 39g | Cholesterol: 247mg | Sodium: 1088mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 38g
Course Main Course
Keyword bbq pineapple burger, burger recipe, cheeseburger recipe, dinner recipes, grilled burger recipes, grilling recipes, ground beef burger recipe, ground beef cheeseburger recipe, ground beef recipe, homemade bbq sauce, pineapple bbq sauce, summer grilling recipes, summer recipes
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Brandy

About Brandy!

I am a food lover and recipe developer bringing you delicious recipes that taste great and are easy to make! My food is inspired by travels around the world and my love of flavorful food. A list of things that make me happy: cats, Coke Zero, houseplants, and travel. Read more...

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Thursday 17th of October 2019

I had my 1st grilled burger with pineapple in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia....I about died. Hands down the best burger I ever had. Went back 4 years later and stayed at the same hotel because of that damn burger....I was depressed when they brought my burger 2nd go round with no pineapple.... Needless to say I called management as i never complain..

They reinstated the pineapple!!

Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic

Wednesday 1st of June 2016

Dude. Grilled pineapple and bbq sauce make everything awesome. I'd totally tap this burger.

Renee

Tuesday 24th of May 2016

What a scrumptious looking burger! Nice to have the grilled pineapple on it.

Jenni

Monday 23rd of May 2016

Pay no attention to my other comment. I apparently got Confused. I blame Lester. Any burger on a King's Hawaiian Bun with grilled pineapple is my kinda burger!

Jenni

Monday 23rd of May 2016

What a winner--and totally worth waiting for! Welcome back after your unintended hiatus! xo

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