Smash Burgers

These Smash Burgers bring the classic diner-style burger experience right into your own kitchen. With crispy, caramelized edges, juicy beef, melted cheese, and your favorite toppings, this quick and easy recipe creates restaurant-quality burgers in just minutes.

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Smash Burgers

Why You'll Love This Smash Burgers Recipe

• Ready in under 20 minutes for an easy weeknight dinner

• Creates restaurant-quality burgers with simple ingredients

• Crispy, golden edges deliver the perfect smash burger texture

• Juicy 80/20 ground chuck keeps burgers flavorful and tender

• Family-friendly meal that everyone can customize

• Requires minimal prep and simple cooking techniques

• Perfect for backyard cookouts, game days, or casual dinners

• Easy to customize with different toppings and sauces

• Uses affordable ingredients that are easy to find

• Brings classic diner-style flavor right to your kitchen

Cooking Tips & Tricks

• Use 80/20 ground chuck for the best balance of flavor, juiciness, and crispy edges.

• Keep the beef loosely packed when forming ball; overworking the meat can make burgers tough.

• Smash the burgers immediately after placing them on the hot surface to create maximum crust.

• Make sure your skillet or griddle is very hot before cooking so the burger develops a flavorful sear.

• Avoid pressing down on the burger after the initial smash because it can release the juices and make the burger dry.

Smash Burgers Recipe

Prep: 10 mins. | Cook: 6 mins. | Serves: 6 patties 

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. ground chuck (80/20)

• kosher salt or season salt (to taste)

• black pepper (to taste)

• 6 slices cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)

• 6 hamburger buns, cut in half

• Toppings:  lettuce, tomatoes, onions (optional)

Let's Get Started!

1. Preheat a flat-top griddle or cast-iron skillet to high heat. Slice the hamburger buns in half. Set aside.

2. Divide the ground chuck into 6 equal portions (about 1/3 c. for each).Roll each portion into balls. Place the hamburger balls onto the hot griddle. Place a piece of parchment paper on top of the burger, then use a burger press or a spatula and press down very firmly. Remove the parchment paper, then season the burger with salt and pepper. Cook the burgers until they are browned, about 1-2 minutes until edges and bottom of the burger are browned.

3. Gently flip each burger and immediately top each one with one slice of cheese. Cover the burgers with a lid to melt the cheese (optional).Continue cooking the burgers until cheese has melted and the edges and bottom of the burger are browned.

4. Preheat the broiler. Place the hamburger buns in the broiler to lightly toast.  * Keep an eye on them so that they do not burn.

5. Place your burger on the bun and spread a generous amount of sauce and add your favorite toppings. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.