Air Fryer Beef Burgers

How to Make Air Fryer Beef Burgers

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   Step 1: Mix and form patties

   In a large bowl gently combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until just mixed — avoid overworking the meat. Divide into four equal portions (about 5–6 oz / 140–170 g each) and form into patties about 3/4 inch thick with a slight dimple in the center to prevent doming.

   For this step

   • 1 1/2 lbGround beef (80/20)
   • 1 tbspWorcestershire sauce
   • 1 tspKosher salt
   • 1 tspFreshly ground black pepper
   • 1/2 tspGarlic powder
   • 1/2 tspOnion powder
   
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   Step 2: Preheat and prep air fryer

   Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes. Lightly spray the basket with olive oil spray (or brush with a little oil) to prevent sticking and help the patties brown.

   For this step

   • 1 tbsp-equivalent sprayOlive oil spray (or neutral oil)
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   Step 3: Air fry the patties

   Place patties in a single layer in the basket without overlapping and cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, flipping once halfway through. For cheeseburgers, add a cheddar slice to each patty during the last 1–2 minutes of cooking and close the fryer to melt.

   For this step

   • 4 slicesCheddar cheese slices (optional)
   
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   Step 4: Toast the buns

   After the patties are done, remove them and place buns cut-side up in the air fryer; toast at 350°F (175°C) for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden. Watch closely — buns toast quickly in an air fryer.

   For this step

   • 4 bunsBurger buns
   
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   Step 5: Rest and assemble

   Let patties rest 2 minutes to retain juices, then assemble burgers on toasted buns with your favorite toppings and condiments. Serve immediately for best texture and juiciness.

1. In a large bowl gently combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until just mixed — avoid overworking the meat. Divide into four equal portions (about 5–6 oz / 140–170 g each) and form into patties about 3/4 inch thick with a slight dimple in the center to prevent doming.
2. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes. Lightly spray the basket with olive oil spray (or brush with a little oil) to prevent sticking and help the patties brown.
3. Place patties in a single layer in the basket without overlapping and cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, flipping once halfway through. For cheeseburgers, add a cheddar slice to each patty during the last 1–2 minutes of cooking and close the fryer to melt.
4. After the patties are done, remove them and place buns cut-side up in the air fryer; toast at 350°F (175°C) for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden. Watch closely — buns toast quickly in an air fryer.
5. Let patties rest 2 minutes to retain juices, then assemble burgers on toasted buns with your favorite toppings and condiments. Serve immediately for best texture and juiciness.