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This Smash Burger Recipe is going to be your new favorite. Follow this easy recipe to make drool worthy restaurant style burgers in no time.

Smash Burgers have been popping up all over restaurant menus for a few years now. The first time I ordered one I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but you guys, they are so good. The thin patties are so flavorful, the edges the perfect amount of crisp.

And all that goodness is just the patty. Add a perfectly toasted bun, some burger spread and your other favorite toppings and Smash Burgers are going to be your new favorite hamburger. But wait there’s more! They are SO easy to make right at home in your kitchen.

Let’s talk about what you’ll need to make it.

Smash Burger Ingredients:

You don’t need a ton of ingredients to make smash burgers. Most of them will come from the different toppings that you chose to put on your burger. To make them you’ll need:

  • GROUND BEEF: The best ground beef for this recipe is 80/20. That means 80% lean 20% fat. This will give you the most flavorful burgers and help them hold together.
  • GRANULATED GARLIC/ONION POWDER/GROUND MUSTARD/PAPRIKA: A seasoning blend to season the beef patties.
  • WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE: Adds umami flavor to the ground beef.
  • SALT/PEPPER: You will be adding salt and pepper to the patties while they are cooking, instead of mixing them in with the beef. This is important because adding salt too early can impact the texture of the burgers.
  • BURGER BUNS: While any burger buns will do for this recipe, Brioche Buns have become my favorite. When toasted really hold up well to all of the toppings without getting soggy.
  • FAVORITE BURGER TOPPINGS: Around here this means shredded lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, red onion and of course my favorite Burger Spread.

Step by Step Photos and Instructions:

Making a Smash Burger isn’t all that different from making a regular burger, except you’ll be pressing them into thin patties while they cook. And instead of making 4 patties/per pound of ground beef, you’ll be making 8 (2 ounce) patties. I recommend using a kitchen scale but if you don’t have one simply divide the beef into 8 even balls. As for smashing I use a Smash Burger Press like this one (Affiliate link).

STEP #1: Combine ground beef, granulated garlic, onion powder, ground mustard, paprika and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Mix just until combined. Don’t over mix or the burgers will be tough.

STEP #2: Once mixed form the beef into 8 (2 ounce) round balls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes. But can be done hours in advance.

STEP #3: When ready to cook heat a cast iron skillet (or griddle) to medium-high heat. Place chilled burger rounds onto griddle and use a burger press to smash them down. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and allow to cook for 2 -3 minutes.

STEP #4: Flip burgers and add cheese, if using to the top of one patty. Continue cooking until cheese starts to melt. Place the other patty on top of the cheese covered patty.

STEP #5: Toast burger buns on the same griddle that you cooked the burgers.

STEP #6: Assemble burgers with desired toppings and serve.

Storage and Leftovers:

As with any burger, once assembled Smash Burgers are best eaten right away. However, you can make, form and refrigerate the meatballs several hours in advance. Then simply remove them when ready to cook.

If you’re looking for side dishes to serve with your smash burgers, try these:

Potato Salad is a great side dish if you’re serving these at a backyard BBQ!

A burger and fries are always a great combo. Try these Air Fryer French Fries for an easy twist!

Fries not your thing? How about some Onion Rings?

Smash Burger .

This Smash Burger Recipe is going to be your new favorite. Follow this easy recipe to make drool worthy restaurant style burgers in no time.
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Chill Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 575 kcal

Equipment

  • Burger Press

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound 80/20 Ground Beef
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 4 Brioche burger buns
  • Lettuce
  • Tomatoes
  • Red onion slices
  • 4 Pepperjack Cheese slices
  • 1/4 cup Burger Spread

Instructions
 

  • Combine ground beef, worcestershire sauce, granulated garlic, onion powder, paprika and ground mustard in a bowl. Mix just until combined. Don't over mix or the burgers will be tough.
  • Once mixed form the beef into 8 (2 ounce) round balls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes. But can be done hours in advance.
  • When ready to cook heat a cast iron skillet (or griddle) to medium-high heat. Place chilled burger rounds onto griddle and use a burger press to smash them down as flat as they will go. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and allow to cook for 2 -3 minutes or until the edges start to brown and crisp.
  • Flip burgers and add cheese, if using to the top of one patty. Continue cooking until cheese starts to melt. Place the other patty on top of the cheese covered patty.
  • Toast burger buns on the same griddle that you cooked the burgers by placing them cut side down into the warm skillet. Heat for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until toasted to desired doneness.
  • Assemble burgers with desired toppings and serve.

Notes

Depending on your burger press, using parchment paper (or non-stick spray) between the patty and the press may help prevent the patty from sticking to the press. 
Nutrition information for estimation purposes only and will vary greatly depending on the toppings you choose. 

Nutrition

Calories: 575kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 29gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 535mgPotassium: 410mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 197IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 231mgIron: 4mg
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Keywords: 4th of july, bbq, hamburger, smash burger

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Welcome to Life’s Ambrosia where Dinner is served and memories are made. Here you will find over 1000 tried and true recipes for every possible occasion. In the last 10 years, this blog has helped millions of families put dinner on the table and create food memories. Let me help you too.

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