Description
These Air Fryer Burgers are juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection in just minutes. Using an air fryer ensures a healthier, less greasy burger with a crispy exterior and tender interior. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, these burgers come together with simple seasonings and can be customized with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Burger Patties
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Buns & Toppings
- 4 burger buns
- Toppings of your choice (lettuce, tomato, cheese, pickles, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even cooking of the burgers.
- Prepare the Meat Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, mixing gently to evenly distribute the seasonings without overworking the meat.
- Form Patties: Shape the meat into 4 equal-sized patties, making them slightly larger than your burger buns since they will shrink while cooking.
- Arrange Patties in Air Fryer: Place the patties in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overlapping for proper air circulation.
- Cook the Patties: Air fry the burgers for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time for even browning, until their internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) indicating they are safely cooked.
- Add Cheese: If using cheese, place a slice on each patty during the last 2 minutes of cooking to allow it to melt perfectly.
- Toast the Buns: Remove the patties and place the burger buns in the air fryer basket, toasting them for 1-2 minutes until golden and lightly crispy.
- Assemble Burgers: Place the cooked patties onto the toasted buns and add your preferred toppings such as lettuce, tomato, pickles, and condiments.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve your delicious air fryer burgers immediately while hot and juicy for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Use an 80/20 beef blend for the juiciest burgers with good fat content.
- Do not overmix the ground beef to keep burgers tender.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper doneness and food safety.
- Customize toppings and cheese to your liking.
- You can double the recipe but cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer.
