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Juicy Smash Burger with melted cheese and fresh toppings on a bun

Smash Burger

A quick and easy smash burger recipe with juicy beef patties and crispy edges, perfect for family dinner or a delicious homemade treat.
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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: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Burger Ingredients
  • 1 pound Ground beef Use 80/20 fat content for juiciness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To season the patties.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To season the patties.
  • 4 pieces Burger buns To serve the patties.
  • 4 slices Cheese (optional) American cheese is recommended.
  • Lettuce (optional) Use for garnish.
  • Tomato (optional) Use for garnish.
  • Pickles (optional) Use for garnish.
  • Onion (optional) Use for garnish.
  • Condiments (ketchup, mustard, etc.) For additional flavor.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over high heat.
  2. Form the ground beef into balls, about 2-3 ounces each.
  3. Place the balls in the hot skillet and immediately smash them down with a spatula to create a thin patty.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the edges are crispy.
  6. Flip the burgers, add cheese if desired, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  7. Toast the burger buns in the skillet.
  8. Assemble the burgers with your choice of lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and condiments.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a lighter option, try ground turkey or a vegan patty. You can store cooked patties in the fridge for about 3-4 days or freeze them for later use. Proper smashing ensures less sticking.