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Smash burger plated with crispy homemade fries, ready to serve.
Lindsay Lehrer

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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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Diner
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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

Equipment

  • cookie scoop
  • Smash Burger Press or Spatula
  • Griddle or Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper Optional

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, Worcestershire, seasoning, paprika, and water until combined.
  2. Use a cookie scoop to portion out meat. Coat hands in olive oil and roll into balls.
  3. Preheat griddle or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Place burger balls on griddle. Smash flat with a metal spatula using parchment. Cook 2 mins per side. Add cheese after flipping.
  5. Smash both bun halves on griddle to toast.
  6. 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.