Juicy Lucy (Stuffed Burgers)

A Juicy Lucy is a burger stuffed with cheese, so the cheese melts inside the beef patty instead of sitting on top. This Juicy Lucy recipe isn’t just any burger, though. It’s a flavor-packed throwback to my childhood. My dad used to call these his “gourmet burgers,” and as a kid, that hot, cheesy center made them feel extra special. But little did I know, they’re incredibly easy to make and super budget-friendly! With just ground beef, a few pantry seasonings, and good ol’ American cheese, you can recreate that same juicy, stuffed burger magic at home without any fancy tools or ingredients. I cook mine in a skillet, but they’re great on the grill, too!

Juicy Cheese Stuffed Burgers

A Juicy Lucy (sometimes spelled Jucy Lucy) is a cheese-stuffed burger that originated in Minnesota, specifically in Minneapolis. Both Matt’s Bar and the 5-8 Club famously claim to have created it, and honestly, I get why people are so passionate about it. It’s basically an inside-out cheeseburger, with the cheese sealed inside the beef instead of layered on top like a classic burger. As it cooks, the cheese melts into a hot, gooey center that spills out when you take a bite.