Air Fryer Burgers
Quick and delicious air fryer burgers that are juicy and customizable with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
For the Burger Patties
- 1 lb ground beef 80% lean is recommended for juiciness.
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 slices Cheddar cheese Optional, to be added at the end of cooking.
For Assembly
- 4 Burger buns To be toasted in the air fryer.
- 1 cup favorite toppings Lettuce, tomato, onion, etc.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix gently until just combined to avoid tough patties.
- Divide the mixture into 4 portions and shape into patties about ¾ inch thick.
Cooking
- Lightly grease air fryer basket or use a parchment paper liner.
- Place the patties in the basket, ensuring they do not touch.
- Set timer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time.
- Check internal temperature to reach 160°F (71°C).
- Add a slice of cheddar cheese during the last minute of cooking if desired.
- Toast burger buns in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes.
Serving
- Assemble burgers with the bottom bun, burger patty, and your choice of toppings.
- Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.
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Notes
For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey or chicken. For a vegetarian version, use mashed black beans or chickpeas.