• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Girl Carnivore logo

  • Home
  • About
    • Collaborate
    • Contact
    • Privacy Policy
  • Recipes
    • Beef Recipes
    • Lamb Recipes
    • Pork Recipes
    • Poultry Recipes
    • Seafood and Fish
    • Appetizers
    • Breakfast
    • Campfire Recipes
    • Dinner
    • Grilling Recipes
    • Leftover Recipes
    • Pressure Cooker Recipes
    • Sandwiches
    • Soups & Stew Recipes
    • Sous-Vide
    • Weeknight Quickie
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipe Collections
  • All Recent Recipes
  • Keto & Whole 30 Recipes
  • About
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • ×

    Home » Recipes » Epic Burgers

    Rarebit Cheeseburger

    | Yield 4 | February 4, 2017 | Updated: December 1, 2021 by Kita | This post includes affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
    • Facebook
    • Pin It
    • Yummly

    This Rarebit Cheeseburger is made up of homemade tender burger patties served on a toasty bun and smothered with a rich, creamy, three-cheese sauce. This recipe is easy to make, so good, and will definitely satisfy any burger craving!

    Rarebit Cheeseburger. So much cheese, so much bacon, so much yum.

    Winter is here and things are getting downright brisk in my neck of the woods. But that sure as heck doesn’t mean that my love of grilling is hibernating for the winter. In fact, the cold months just get me inspired to create all the comfort foods. And this three-cheese rarebit cheeseburger is definitely that!

    I bet those of you who are brave enough to grill every season are getting pumped right now. You should be. No season shall make us forgo a great cheeseburger!

    Sitting in it's own skillet to contain the cheese avalanche, this burger is ready to serve!

    What is a rarebit cheeseburger?

    Welsh rarebit is a British dish that is made up of toasted bread topped with a hot cheese sauce. 

    So, a rarebit cheeseburger is a spin off of that with a burger patty served on a bun with hot cheese sauce!

    What you need

    For the burgers

    • Angus Beef – a delicious, tender, perfectly marbled cut of beef for burgers.
    • Salt and Pepper – a simple addition to the beef mixture to add flavor and a kick of heat.
    • Worcestershire Sauce – adds a tangy flavor and helps tenderize the meat.
    • Burger Seasonings
    • Bacon – cooked and drained.
    • Green Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, and Butter Buns – for serving!

    For the rarebit sauce

    • Flour – thickens the sauce for a creamier texture. Be sure to whisk well so there aren’t any clumps.
    • Dry Mustard and Cayenne Pepper – adds a kick of heat.
    • Butter – adds flavor depth.
    • Dark Beer – you can also use milk if you don’t want to use beer.
    • Worcestershire Sauce – adds a tangy, salty flavor to cut the richness of the cheese.
    • Cheeses – I use Wisconsin aged cheddar, Wisconsin Colby, and Roth Prairie Sunset or 
    • Egg Yolks – the egg yolks ti the sauce help create a richer flavor and thicker, creamier texture.
    A giant hunk of beef, slathered in cheese, bacon, tomato on a toasted bun. So big I had to skewer it together with a steak knife.

    How to make rarebit cheeseburgers

    Form the patties by combining the beef with salt and pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and burger seasonings. Divide and press into 4 large patties, then cover and refrigerate until ready to cook.

    In a pot over medium heat, combine the mustard, flour, and cayenne. Melt in the butter and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the beer, then add in the Worcestershire sauce and cheeses. Stir until melted. Remove from heat and whisk in the egg yolks.

    Grill the burgers over direct heat, flipping as needed. Once the burgers are 160ºF, remove from the grill and assemble the burgers!

    Tips, tricks and notes for this recipe

    • Don’t overwork the beef. Mix the meat until just combined. If you mix too much, the meat can become tough and dry.
    • Grill over direct heat. This gives the burgers that nice crust.
    • Shred your own cheese. It melts better!
    • Add cheese slowly. If you add it all at once, you’ll end up with clumps. I recommend doing just little bits at a time so it becomes ultra smooth.
    • Whisk the sauce well. You want it to be creamy and smooth with no clumps!
    • Make Buck Rarebit Cheeseburgers by adding a fried egg on top!

    Serving suggestions

    You can serve these burgers topped with bacon, sliced tomato, and pickles. You can also serve them next to your favorite classic burger sides. I love fries or tater tots, potato salad, or baked beans.

    How to store

    Leftover cooked burger patties will last in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for 2-3 months. To reheat, thaw in the fridge if frozen then warm on the stove or on the grill.

    More burger recipes to try

    • Black and Blue Burger
    • Harissa Butter Stuffed Lamb Burger
    • Fried Oyster Bayou Burger
    • Irish Brat Burger

    If you’ve tried my Rarebit CheeseBurger or any other recipe on GirlCarnivore.com please don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know where you found it in the comments below. I get inspired by your feedback and comments! You can also FOLLOW MEon Instagram @girlcarnivore as well as on  Twitter and Facebook.

    Rarebit Cheeseburger | Kita Roberts GirlCarnivore.com
    Rarebit Cheeseburger | Kita Roberts GirlCarnivore.com
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    5 from 2 votes

    Rarebit Cheeseburger

    One of my all time favorite messy burgers. This Angus beef patty is dripping with a velvety smooth rarebit cheese sauce and begging to be eaten – but maybe with a knife and fork.
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American, United Kingdom, Welsh
    Author: Kita Roberts
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 913kcal

    Ingredients

    For the Burgers

    • 1 lbs angus beef
    • Salt and pepper
    • 1 tbs Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 tbs burger seasonings
    • 8 strips bacon cooked and drained
    • Green lettuce sliced thin
    • Tomato sliced
    • Pickles
    • 4 Butter buns toasted

    For the Rarebit Sauce

    • 1 teas dry mustard
    • 3 tbs flour
    • ¼ teas cayenne pepper
    • 2 tbs butter
    • 1 cup dark beer or milk
    • 1 tbs Worcestershire sauce
    • ½ cup 4 oz 5-year Wisconsin aged cheddar, shredded
    • ½ cup 4 oz Wisconsin Colby, shredded
    • ½ cup 4 oz Roth Prairie Sunset™ or young Wisconsin cheddar, shredded
    • 2 egg yolks

    Instructions

    Form the patties

    • Form the burger patties by combining the ground angus, salt and pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and favorite burger seasonings in a bowl.
    • Divide and press into 4 large patties.
    • Cover and refrigerate until ready to cook.

    Prep the Grill

    • Preheat your grill and clean the cooking grates.

    Make the Rarebit Sauce

    • Meanwhile, combine the mustard, flour and cayenne in a small pot over the side burner of the grill or on the stove over medium heat.
    • Melt in the butter and cook for 1 minute.
    • Slowly whisk in the beer a little at a time to prevent clumps and make your roux.
    • Add in the Worcestershire sauce and add the shredded cheese a little at a time.
    • Stir until melted and smooth.
    • Remove from heat and immediately whisk in the egg yolks until smooth.

    Cook the patties

    • Grill each burger over direct heat, flipping as needed to avoid flare-ups and cook evenly.
    • Grill to an internal temp of 160°F.
    • Remove from grill and assemble the burgers.

    Assemble and serve

    • Set out a small 4" to 6" cast iron skillet on the cooler side grill to warm.
    • Create the burger by stacking the buttom bun in the center of the skillet, covering in lettuce, and then the burger patty.
    • Slather a scoop of the rarebit sauce over the burger and cover the lid to melt for a minute or two.
    • The cheese will thicken and run a bit.
    • Carefully remove from heat, add bacon, tomato, pickles and the top bun.
    • Serve while hot.

    Notes

    Turn this recipe into the Buck Rarebit Cheeseburger by adding a fried egg on top.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Rarebit Cheeseburger
    Amount Per Serving (1 g)
    Calories 913 Calories from Fat 585
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 65g100%
    Saturated Fat 29g181%
    Trans Fat 2g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 5g
    Monounsaturated Fat 25g
    Cholesterol 268mg89%
    Sodium 998mg43%
    Potassium 648mg19%
    Carbohydrates 34g11%
    Fiber 3g13%
    Sugar 4g4%
    Protein 43g86%
    Vitamin A 864IU17%
    Vitamin C 2mg2%
    Calcium 499mg50%
    Iron 7mg39%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Nutrition information provided is an estimate. For specific health concerns, please put the recipe into your Dr recommended nutrition calculator.
    Made My Recipe?Mention @girlcarnivore and tag #girlcarnivore!
    The Rarebit Cheeseburger, an all Angus burger slathered in a classic 3-cheese sauce, bacon, and lettuce. It's a napkin required kind of recipe.
    • Pinterest
    • Facebook
    • Flipboard
    • Yummly
    « Cheeseburger Bombs
    Pulled Pork Rolls with Alabama bbq Sauce »

    About Kita

    Hey, I'm Kita, the Meat Maven, outdoor junkie, campfire connoisseur, adventure-seeking and world traveled recipe developer and photographer behind GirlCarnivore.com. My mission is to break down savory eats and inspire you to get a little grit under your nails while having fun with your food. READ MORE

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. markjan mul says

      September 14, 2021 at 5:30 am

      Hi, I was actually browsing for the recipe by James Martin but you got me inspired to make your version. The great photography and your enthousiastic words obviously help. I hope one of the various shops in my Dutch village carries some good ground beef. Brioche buns I can make myself.

      Have a good one,

      Markjan

      Reply
      • Kita says

        September 14, 2021 at 9:46 am

        Oh no, the pressure! His version looks fantastic. I hope that you enjoy this recipe 🙂

        Reply

    Tried this recipe? Leave feedback or a comment about it! Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Kita Roberts GirlCarnivore

    Hi, I’m Kita! The meat maven for GirlCarnivore®. I’m a freelancing creator, recipe developer, photographer, and world-traveling food junkie. 

    More about me →

    Check out the GirlCarnivore® Spiceline!

    Newest Posts

    • 50 of the Best Burgers for Grilling
    • Keto Bang Bang Shrimp in the Air Fryer
    • Campfire Grilled Tomahawk Steak
    • Braised Beef Cheek Ragu

    Fan Favorite Recipes

    • New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
    • Perfect Oven-Roasted Rack of Pork
    • Smoked Beef Tenderloin
    • Char-grilled Roast Beef

    Stay Up to Date

    Thanks for signing up! Check your email for a confirmation and make sure you actually signed up. Ugh technology.

    Footer

    About Girl Carnivore

    Girl Carnivore is a food site designed to inspire cooks from beginner to pro with recipes created by chef and culinary expert, Kita Roberts.  From savory burgers, to healthy meals, global flavor infusions cooked over grills, livefire, or in traditional ovens, #GirlCarnivore is here to help you break down barriers and make cooking fun again.

    As Seen On

    Content on GirlCarnivore.com may feature affiliate links which help support the site by paying me a commission if you use the link to purchase the product. For more information, please see my full disclosure policy.

    • home
    • Work with Girl Carnivore

    Copyright © 2022 Girl Carnivore® • Privacy Policy

    • 584