Smash Burger Recipe
Juicy, crispy-edged smash burgers made with a seasoned beef blend and smashed buns, served hot with pickled onions, creamy sauce, and air fried fries.
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Cost: $12
Servings: 8
Equipment
- cookie scoop
- Smash Burger Press or Spatula
- Griddle or Skillet
- mixing bowl
- Parchment paper Optional
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef 80/20
- ½ cup breadcrumbs or GF alternative
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Kinder’s “The Blend” seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoon water
- Olive oil for coating hands
- 8 burger buns gluten-free if needed
- 8 slices American cheese
- Butter or oil for griddle
- Smash burger sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, Worcestershire, seasoning, paprika, and water until combined.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion out meat. Coat hands in olive oil and roll into balls.
- Preheat griddle or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place burger balls on griddle. Smash flat with a metal spatula using parchment. Cook 2 mins per side. Add cheese after flipping.
- Smash both bun halves on griddle to toast.
- Assemble with sauce, toppings, and serve with air fried fries.
Notes
- I use 80/20 ground beef for the best flavor and that crispy edge. Don’t go lean here!
- Make sure your pan is hot before smashing — that’s how you get the crust.
- Don’t forget the Kinder’s “The Blend” seasoning — it’s salt, pepper, and garlic all in one and makes life easier.
- These are best served fresh, but you can reheat leftovers in a hot skillet for a few minutes to revive the crisp.
Nutrition
Calories: 580kcal