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Air Fryer Hamburgers

Enjoy delicious and juicy hamburgers made quickly and healthily in an air fryer, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound 80% lean ground beef Best for flavor and juiciness.
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter Used to brush on the patties.
  • 1 tablespoon beef base (such as Better than Bouillon®) Enhances flavor.
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste Add according to personal preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (195 degrees C).
  2. Form the ground beef into 4 patties, about 3/4 inches thick and 4 1/2 inches in diameter.
  3. Make the patties slightly larger than the buns to allow for shrinkage during cooking.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the warm melted butter and beef soup base.
  5. Brush this mixture lightly on both sides of each patty and season with pepper.
Cooking
  1. Place the patties in the air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook them in batches.
  2. Air-fry the patties for 7 minutes, flipping them halfway through for medium doneness.
  3. If you prefer them well done, add an additional 2 minutes to the cooking time.
Serving
  1. Serve the hamburgers on toasted buns with your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard.
  2. You can also add cheese slices during the last minute of cooking for a melty finish.

Notes

Store cooled hamburgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. They can be frozen with parchment paper between patties for longer storage. Try using different ground meats for unique flavors and experiment with spices to personalize.