Air Fryer Hamburgers

Name: Air Fryer Hamburgers
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon onion powder; 4 slices cheddar cheese

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Quick, easy and juicy, these Air Fryer Hamburgers are the perfect way to cook your favorite sandwich all year round – no grill needed!

A TASTY AIR FRYER BURGER RECIPE

I’m truly convinced you can literally make anything in an air fryer! These Air Fryer Hamburgers are a super fun and easy recipe that make a great meal for lunch or dinner. No need for a grill or even a frying pan that causes grease splatter! They come out perfectly moist and flavorful and have quickly become one of my favorite ways to make my burgers. With minimal time, they really cook up quickly and you can have dinner to the table in no time. If you are looking for an alternative way to cook your hamburgers, then you need to make this Air Fryer Hamburger recipe.

Air Fryer Hamburger on bun with lettuce, tomato, cheese and pickles.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

How long does it take to cook hamburgers in the air fryer.

It takes about 10-12 minutes to fully cook in the air fryer. You can double check with an instant read thermometer. Burgers are done when the center reaches 160 degrees F.

What is the best ground beef to use for hamburgers in the air fryer?

I like to use a leaner ground beef at least 85/15 to reduce the grease.

What temperature do you cook hamburgers in the air fryer?

We are cooking these at 370 degrees. The air fryer also needs to be preheated so that these will cook evenly and quicker.

Do these need to be flipped?

Yes, just like a normal method of cooking hamburgers we will be flipping these halfway through the cooking process.

How do I store leftover hamburgers?

If you have any leftovers they can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container where they will keep for up to 3-4 days. These can also be frozen, place cooled hamburgers in a freezer container or bag and they will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. To thaw, remove from the freezer and you can reheat in the microwave until heated through.

Pinterest image of Air Fryer Hamburgers with toppings.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)

ground beef
salt
pepper
garlic powder
onion powder
cheddar cheese

Ingredients needed: ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and cheddar cheese.

HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER HAMBURGERS:

Preheat the air fryer to 370F degrees. In a large bowl, add the ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Gently mix together. Shape the beef into 4 patties. Add a little dent in the center of each patty and place them into the preheated air fryer.

Hamburger patties added to air fryer basket.

Cook for 6 minutes, open the air fryer and flip the patty to the other side and cook for another 4-6 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees.

When they have cooked to your desired doneness, open the air fryer and add a slice of cheese onto each patty. Close the air fryer and let the cheese melt for an additional minute.

Cheese melted over Air Fryer Hamburgers in air fryer basket.

Remove the patties from the air fryer, place them on buns, and add your favorite toppings.

Close up side image of Air Fryer Hamburger showing the browning and layering of the ingredients.

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