Classic Air Fryer Hamburgers is made with ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, American or cheddar cheese; air fry at 375°F for 12 minutes to serve 4. 450 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Steps
- 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.
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 Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 12 minutes vs ~22 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🍖Circulating hot air renders fat and seals in juices for a crispier outside and tender inside.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Classic Air Fryer Hamburgers at 375°F for 12 minutes. 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.
You need: 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20), 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 4 slices American or cheddar cheese, 4 brioche buns, toasted, Lettuce, tomato, onion, Ketchup, mustard, pickles. This recipe serves 4 with 450 calories per serving.
Classic Air Fryer Hamburgers takes 12 minutes total at 375°F. Toast buns in the air fryer for 1 minute. Build burgers with your favorite toppings.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 12 minutes at 375°F.
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