Classic Air Fryer Hamburgers
Classic Air Fryer Hamburgers are made with 80/20 ground beef, garlic powder, and onion powder; air fry at 375°F for 12 minutes until juicy with a crispy sear.
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Method
- 1
Divide beef into 4 portions. Form into patties slightly larger than the buns (they shrink). Press a dimple in the center.
- 2
Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- 3
Air fry at 375°F for 5-6 minutes per side for medium (160°F internal). For medium-rare, pull at 145°F.
- 4
Add cheese in the last minute of cooking. Close the air fryer to melt.
- 5
Toast buns in the air fryer for 1 minute. Build burgers with your favorite toppings.
Pro tip. The dimple in the center prevents the burger from puffing into a ball. Use 80/20 beef — leaner meat makes dry burgers. Don't press the patties while cooking.
Why the air fryer wins here
- Ready in 12 minutes. The same dish takes about 22 in a conventional oven, plus preheating.
- Fast-moving hot air browns the outside before the inside dries out, so you get color without babysitting.
- Cleanup is a basket, not a sheet pan and a splattered stovetop.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate perishable leftovers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Reheat leftovers to 165°F (74°C) throughout, measured with a food thermometer. USDA leftover safety guidance.
Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes rather than the microwave so the outside crisps back up. See the reheat guide for exact times by food.
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