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Delicious Smash Burger with juicy patties and fresh toppings

Smash Burger

A fun and tasty take on classic hamburgers with a crispy exterior and juicy interior, easily customizable with favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Fresh ground beef for best flavor
  • to taste Salt For seasoning
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning
  • 4 pieces burger buns For serving
  • to taste Butter For toasting buns
Toppings (Optional)
  • Pickles For adding flavor
  • Cheese Optional, try different types
  • Lettuce Optional topping
  • Tomato Optional topping
  • Ketchup Optional condiment
  • Mustard Optional condiment

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and form loosely packed balls.
Cooking
  1. Place the beef balls in the air fryer basket and press down with a spatula to smash them flat.
  2. Season the smashed patties with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until cooked to your desired doneness.
  4. Meanwhile, butter the burger buns and toast them in a pan or air fryer.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the burgers by placing the patties on the toasted buns and adding pickles, cheese, and any other desired toppings.
  2. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious smash burger!

Notes

Smash burgers are best served hot immediately after cooking. Leftover burgers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer or on a pan.