Recipe Details
One of my favourites is a juicy beef patty with melted cheddar, creamy peanut butter, and fresh toppings on a toasted Kaiser bun—perfect for campsite dinners with a cooler or winter trail adventures.
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
10min
Wait Time
2min
| Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Difficulty: | Easy |
| Cost: | Fairly Low Cost |
| Category: | Camping Dinners |
| Seasons: | All |
Ingredients
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For 1 Serving(s)
Burger
| 6 oz | Ground beef, regular |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/4 tsp | Pepper |
| 1 tsp | Fresh Rosemary |
Bun & Toppings
| 1 | Large Kaiser bun |
| 4 tbsp | Sweet Green Relish |
| 1 slice | Beefsteak Tomato |
| 1 leaf | Green Leaf Lettuce |
Peanut Butter Burger Directions
- Season 6 oz ground beef with 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and minced fresh rosemary. Form into a patty that is as wide as your bun.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat (camp stove or fire). Cook the patty for 3-4 minutes per side until nearly done to your liking.
- Place 1 oz aged cheddar cheese on the patty during the last minute of cooking to melt. Remove patty and let rest for 2 minutes.
- In the same skillet, add 4 tbsp natural peanut butter (e.g., Adam’s) and stir for 30-60 seconds over low heat until softened and absorbing some of the burger bits. Remove from heat.
- Toast a large Kaiser bun in the skillet or over the fire for 1-2 minutes until golden.
- Spread 2 tbsp sweet green relish on the bottom bun and 2 tbsp on the top bun. Place the patty on the bottom bun, spoon the warm peanut butter over it, then add 1 slice of beefsteak tomato and 1 leaf green leaf lettuce.
- Top with the bun and serve hot.
Recipe Notes
- Use green leaf lettuce for best flavor; swap for iceberg if hiking long distances to avoid bruising—iceberg holds up better in packs.
- Best for campsites with a cooler or camper fridge due to fresh beef, cheese, lettuce, and tomato; winter hiking works too, as cold temps act as a natural refrigerator.
- Natural peanut butter (like Adam’s) adds pure flavor—pack in a leak-proof container to prevent oil separation.
- Toast the bun lightly to avoid sogginess from relish and peanut butter.
Nutrition facts
Per Serving
| Kcal: | 690 kcal |
| Fibers (g): | 3g |
| Sodium (mg): | 1000mg |
| Carbs: | 45g |
| Sugar (g): | 8g |
| Fat: | 39g |
| Saturated fat (g): | 13g |
| Cholesterol: | 90mg |
| Proteins: | 32g |
Reviews 5/5
Joseph Ryland
16 May 2025I first thought this was an odd hamburger to have because of peanut butter. This sounded gross, but when I tried it, it was shockingly delicious. The only thing I would make sure of is that the cheddar cheese is fully melted on the beef patty. For a campsite, having fries with this would be ideal!