Culver’s Kids Meal HACK VS Adult Butterburger!

Ingredients

• 4 oz Ground Beef (80% lean, 20% fat for juiciness)
• 1 tbsp Butter (Softened, for toasting bun)
• 1 piece Sesame Seed Bun (Standard hamburger bun, split)
• 1 slice American Cheese Slice (Melted on patty)
• 1 leaf Lettuce (Shredded iceberg or romaine)
• 2 slices Tomato (Fresh, ripe)
• 3 slices Pickles (Dill, optional)
• 1 tbsp Ketchup (Traditional)
• 1 tsp Yellow Mustard (Classic yellow)
• 1 medium Potatoes (Russet, cut into thin fries)
• 2 cups Vegetable Oil (For deep‑frying fries)
• 1 tsp Salt (Season fries)
• 1 piece Andy's Mint (Hard‑shell mint, serves as dessert)
• 12 oz Diet Coke (Carbonated soft drink, optional)

Instructions

1. Gather and Prep Ingredients

   Wash lettuce and tomato, slice tomato, shred lettuce, and set aside. Peel the potato and cut into thin fry‑shapes (about ¼‑inch thick). Rinse the cut potatoes and pat dry with paper towels.

   Time: PT5M

2. Form the Beef Patty

   Place the 4 oz of ground beef on the cutting board, gently shape into a 3‑inch round patty about ¾‑inch thick. Season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper.

   Time: PT5M

3. Cook the Patty

   Heat the cast‑iron skillet over medium‑high heat (about 375°F). Add a tiny splash of oil, then place the patty in the hot pan. Cook 4‑5 minutes per side, flipping once, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. In the last minute, place the cheese slice on top to melt.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 375°F

4. Toast the Bun with Butter

   While the patty rests, spread ½ tbsp softened butter on each cut side of the bun. Place the bun halves butter‑side‑down in the same skillet for 30‑45 seconds until golden.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium

5. Fry the Fries

   Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F. Carefully add a handful of dried potato sticks; fry 8‑10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp. Remove with tongs, drain on paper towels, and season immediately with salt.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: 350°F

6. Assemble the ButterBurger

   On the bottom bun, spread ketchup and mustard, add lettuce, tomato, pickles, then place the cheese‑topped patty. Top with the butter‑toasted bun half.

   Time: PT2M

7. Plate and Serve

   Place the assembled burger on a plate, add the hot fries on the side, serve the Diet Coke in a glass, and finish with an Andy’s mint as the dessert. Optionally, include a small pup cup for a pet.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

910

Protein

35 g

Carbohydrates

78 g

Fat

45 g

Fiber

5 g