Loaded Royal Bacon Breakfast Burger
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This totally loaded royal bacon Breakfast Burger is the ultimate combination of breakfast and dinner! Featuring layer upon layer of amazing breakfast flavors, crispy potatoes and two types of bacon are piled high on top of a burger… and the whole thing is topped with a sunny side up egg. It’s a must-make!!
Breakfast Burger
You guys know how much I love breakfast for dinner, brinner, whatever you want to call it… I’m obsessed.
So, it was only a matter of time before I came up with a breakfast burger that could be enjoyed any time of day!!
Chad loves ordering the Royal Burger when we go out to eat, so I decided to take it one step further and come up with an amazing burger breakfast sandwich.
It all starts with crispy hash browns topped with a cheeseburger, two kinds of bacon, and a perfectly cooked sunny-side-up egg on top served on a toasted English muffin.
If you’ve never tried a burger on an English muffin before, get ready to be impressed!
You’re absolutely going to want to pair this with my super easy Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes on the side!!
This is the most magnificent brinner recipe! You are going to love it.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Lean Ground Beef – To make the actual burger! I like lean ground beef as it isn’t too greasy.
- Shredded Hash Browns – It wouldn’t be a breakfast burger recipe without some hash browns!
I encourage you to grab freshly shredded for the best flavor and texture — I can usually find them in the dairy case at my local grocery store. - Eggs – The yolk acts like a built-in sauce, making the burger breakfast sandwich even more indulgent!
You could also make scrambled or even poached eggs instead. It’s all about preference, so go with your favorite! - Unsalted Butter – To cook the hash browns and eggs. You could always use olive oil or another one of your preferred oils.
- English Muffins – I like using English muffins as my hamburger buns here. Not only does it play up the brinner vibe, but I also find them to be sturdier than regular bread.
You need something a bit more heavy-duty to hold in all of those yummy toppings. - American Cheese – For that classic, burger feel! Cheddar is sharper while Pepper Jack would bring a touch of heat.
- Bacon – I used two types of bacon — Canadian Bacon and Dry Aged bacon, both from Jones Dairy Farm.
Listen, I told you this was a loaded English muffin burger!!
Tips and Tricks to Make the Perfect Breakfast Burger Recipe
- Prep the hash browns.
Use a paper towel to squeeze out any excess moisture from the hash browns before cooking them. When you do, they’ll crisp up sooo much better in the skillet instead of turning soggy!
Don’t hesitate to press down on them slightly with a spatula while cooking so they brown up evenly and get a yummy, golden crust.
- Make a dent in the burger patties.
To prevent that dreaded domed burger, use your thumb to add a small indentation into each patty.
They’ll cook up much more evenly shaped which will be super helpful when assembling!
Also, avoid overhandling the meat — gently shaping will keep the breakfast burger patties from becoming dense and tough.
- Toast the English muffins.
It makes them even sturdier, and I also love the added crisp. I usually butter them lightly before toasting for extra flavor.
Your best bet is to toast them cut side down in a dry skillet or toaster oven for an even, golden-brown surface that holds up to the juicy burger and egg.
- Careful layers will give you the perfect bite.
Adding the toppings in the correct order will keep them from slipping around or falling off!
Start with the bottom English muffin, then add the hash browns, burger, cheese, Canadian bacon, dry aged bacon, fried egg, and top muffin — in that order!
I let the assembled burgers rest for a minute or so before serving so everything has a chance to settle. It makes it so much easier to eat!
Prep Ahead
- Pan-fry the hash browns
- Cook the bacon
- Form and cook the burgers
- Toast the English muffins
Kitchen Tools You Will Need
- Skillet – This is my go-to pan that I’ve had for over a decade! It heats evenly and cleans up beautifully with a little baking soda so it still looks brand new.
- Heat-Resistant Spoon or Spatula – Perfect for cooking, stirring, and serving.
- Outdoor or Countertop Grill
Serving Suggestions
Serve up your English muffin burger with a side of our breakfast potatoes as mentioned, or try my garlic Parmesan skillet potatoes instead.
Some fruit salad would lighten everything up, or you could keep the indulgence going and make my homemade cinnamon sugar donuts instead. Hey, no judgment from me!
I didn’t include any condiments in my breakfast burger recipe as the egg yolk is pretty saucy in its own right.
But, if you want to add a little something to the English muffins, feel free! Some hot sauce mixed with mayo, or my chipotle lime mayonnaise would be tasty.
Storing and Reheating an English Muffin Burger
If you end up with leftovers, store each component separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for the best results.
The breakfast burger patties and bacon will keep for about 3 days, as will the English muffins and cooked hash browns.
Fried eggs don’t store that well — good thing they’re super easy to make fresh when you need them!
I swear by my air fryer for reheating recipes like this one. Place the burger and hash brown patty in the basket and heat at 350°F for 8-10 minutes. Fry up the egg and toast the bread while you wait!
Burger on an English Muffin FAQ
Absolutely! I love my grill but also understand that not everyone lives in sunny Arizona like me.
In that case, use a countertop grill or grill pan instead! You still get the beautiful grill marks without having to heat up the whole grill and walk in and out of the house.
I love serving this burger on an English muffin — so fun for a “breakfast” burger — but you could also use brioche buns or regular hamburger buns if that’s all you have.
To keep things on theme, you could also try bagels or croissants. Just don’t blame me if all of those juicy fillings leak out… that’s the other upside of using sturdy English muffins!
For the crispiest results with minimal cleanup, try baking the bacon instead of pan-frying or microwaving it! You could also use your air fryer for similar results.
Enjoy!
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Loaded Royal Bacon Breakfast Burger
Ingredients
- 4 strips bacon
- 1 cup fresh shredded hash browns
- 5 teaspoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 pound ground beef, 80/20 recommended
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 2 slices American cheese
- 2 slices Canadian bacon
- 2 large eggs
- 2 English muffins, split
Instructions
- COOK BACON: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 4 strips bacon until crispy, about 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Leave about 1 teaspoon bacon drippings in the pan.
- MAKE HASH BROWNS: Add 2 teaspoons unsalted butter to the skillet over medium heat. Divide 1 cup shredded hash browns into 2 piles and press each into a patty shape about the size of the English muffins. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a plate.
- FORM PATTIES: Divide 1 pound lean ground beef into 2 equal patties slightly larger than the English muffins. Press a shallow indentation into the center of each to prevent doming. Season both sides with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper.
- COOK BURGERS: In the same skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 teaspoon unsalted butter. Cook patties for 3 minutes without moving, until deeply browned. Flip and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F. During the last minute, place 1 slice American cheese on each patty to melt. Remove and rest 3 minutes.
- COOK CANADIAN BACON: Add the Canadian bacon slices to the skillet and cook for 1 minute per side until lightly browned.
- FRY EGGS: Reduce heat to medium-low and add remaining 2 teaspoons unsalted butter. Crack 2 large eggs into the pan. Cook until whites are set and yolks remain runny, about 3 to 4 minutes. Spoon melted butter over the whites if needed to finish cooking.
- TOAST MUFFINS: Toast the English muffins until lightly crisp.
- ASSEMBLE: On the bottom half of each English muffin, layer 1 hash brown patty, 1 cheeseburger patty, 1 slice Canadian bacon, 2 strips bacon, and 1 fried egg. Top with the English muffin lid.
- SERVE: Serve immediately while hot.
Donna’s Notes
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.
Originally published February 2016, updated and republished March 2026
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That looks amazing! Pinning it now, my boys would love this.
Awesome, Michelle! Enjoy and let us know how it goes.
Want to take this to the next level? Add this topping: (it's good on any egg sandwich)
Apricot Bacon Jam
8 Slices Bacon
1/3 c. Apricot Jam
2 T. Apple Cider Vinegar
Directions:
1. Cook bacon until crisp, then allow to cool before chopping into chunks. Set aside.
2. In small skillet heat apricot jam and vinegar over medium heat until well combined. Next, stir in bacon and bring ingredients to a rolling boil. Once this is reached, reduce flame to low and allow to simmer for 5-6 minutes.
That sounds absolutely amazing!!! Thanks for sharing your recipe.
OM goodness. Must try
Now that is a breakfast sandwich!
I seriously agree Chris! It is great to see you.
The Real Royal Bacon Breakfast Burger would be to use rich and buttery Havarti cheese. I use it on all my Ham and egg muffins all the time. It just tastes like more. Wife loves them.
That sounds delightful Gary! I will give it a try next time. Thanks for commenting.
I make something similar, but use a sausage patty instead if burger for breakfast…
That sounds like a delightful breakfast sandwich! Thanks for stopping by.
Thank you so very much, cleanNpd4,for sharing your version of apricot bacon jam. I made a bacon jam last year, it took a ton of bacon and sadly which it was truly delicious, it didn't go very far.
This sounds really delicious! Donna, I love your blog, I never fail to find delicious, tempting, and healthy dishes to serve my friends and family! Wishing everyone a blessed upcoming week!
Margo
Thank you for all your amazing recipes. I love your recipes (sauces, oven dishes etc.) and the story that goes with each recipe. You know, by reading all your recipes I became a much more better cook. Your ideas how and what to combine is truly inspiring. I do not read them: I study them. So thank you for sharing. Also by reading the comments of your guests I get some good ideas. Layla.
One of my friends had me over for bunch and we had these but instead of the English muffin we used a glazed ring donut as the bun! Amazing she toasted the donut first so all that lovely glaze got caramelized!
That sounds delicious!
Great recipe! Tried it your way but I liked it better with Chorizo sausage and jalapeno cheese much better and sliced jalapenos as a topping.
This is my FAVORITE burger ever! Breakfast, lunch or dinner, I never had an egg on my burger until I saw this recipe and it is really amazing!
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