Air Fryer Burgers (Juicy and Delicious!)

Cooks of the world, rejoice! The age-old question of cooking the perfect burger has finally been answered. With this Air Fryer Burger recipe, you can enjoy a juicy and delicious burger without all of the calories and fat. Plus, using your air fryer is quick and easy–you’ll have dinner on your plate in no time. So what are you waiting for? Start cooking!

Close up of a white plate with a burger in a bun with lettuce, tomato, onion rings and cheese on it, and fries on the side.

The Perfect Air Fryer Burger Recipe

If you are yearning for a great homemade burger but want to skip the grill, this Air Fryer Burger recipe has got you covered. You will get a perfectly juicy and delicious burger with only 10 minutes of cooking. This is one of my kid’s favorite meals at our house, so my family has air fryer burgers almost every week. It’s amazing.

The burger is such a classic American food, but it only needs few ingredients to make it! So you can skip the drive-thru and make one yourself with little effort and very little cooking time. Whether it’s winter or summer you can create your own burgers and customize them with your favorite herbs, spices, cheeses, and toppings!

Of course, the perfect burger starts with a great package of meat. These simple air fryer burgers are made with ground beef, as it is the most popular meat choice for burgers. To make the best burger, whether in the air fryer, grill or oven, you need the right cut of meat or, as the meat industry calls it, fat content for burgers. The best fat content for burgers is between 15 to 20 percent, so aim for this when buying your meat.

As well as these beef burgers, we also love AIR FRYER FROZEN VEGGIE BURGERS, AIR FRYER MUSHROOM & SWISS BURGERS, AIR FRYER BOURBON BBQ BURGERS and AIR FRYER-GOURMET BLUE CHEESEBURGERS.

What Will I Need To Make The Best Air Fryer Burgers

Ingredients:

Ground Beef: ideally 15 – 20 percent fat
Butter: cold, grated
Worcestershire Sauce: provides a unique unami flavor and enhances everything
Minced Garlic: fresh is best but jarred, paste, or powdered will do in a pinch
Optional Cheese: cheddar is fine, or go with a pepper jack cheese for a spicy kick
Other Ingredients: Onion Powder, Sea Salt, Black Pepper
To Serve: In buns with lettuce, onion, tomato, condiments, and fries, or enjoy in a burger salad bowl for a lighter option!

Equipment:

Air fryer: any type, basket, Instant Pot Crisp Lid, Meathly or Oven Air Fryer
Beef
Grater
Spatula: so you can carefully remove the patties from the hot air fryer basket.

How To Make Burgers In An Air Fryer

Large white bowl filled with raw beef mince, grated butter, Worcestershire Sauce, garlic, and onion powder.

Step 1: Combine ingredients and mix

Firstly, preheat your air fryer (if necessary) to the 370 degrees F air fryer setting.
Then combine the beef, grated butter, Worcestershire Sauce, garlic, and onion powder in a large bowl.

Top view of four raw burger patties on a white plate with salt and pepper sprinkled over them.

Step 2: Make patties and add seasoning

Divide the mixture into four equal parts, then form patties. Press a thumb into the center of each patty to create an indentation ‘o’ that the patty holds its shape as it cooks.
Salt and pepper on both sides of the patties.

Top view of four raw patties in an air fryer.

Step 3: Put in Air Fryer and cook

Place the patties in a single layer in the preheated basket and cook for 5 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Top view of four burgers in an air fryer, two of them have a square slice of cheese on top.

Step 4: Add (optional) cheese and serve

Optional: Turn off the air fryer and open the basket, place a slice of cheese on each patty, and then close the basket for about a minute to melt the cheese.
Serve hot with your favorite fixing.

What is the best ground beef to use for Burgers?

To make the best burger, whether in the air fryer, grill or oven, you really need the right cut of meat, or as the meat industry calls it, fat content for burgers. The best fat content for burgers is between 15 to 20 percent.
So check your meat aisle at your local grocery store and look for 85% to 80% ground beef. The higher the fat content, the more flavor your Air Fryer Burger will have.

What Kind Of Cheese Should I Use?

You can use whatever your family’s favorite is. Today I used a simple Cheddar Cheese, which melted wonderfully.
Some other options are American Cheese, Brie, Goat Cheese, Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, Provolone, Smoked Gouda, Swiss Cheese, Blue Cheese, Feta, Burrata, and Fontina.

Will I need to spray my air fryer before adding the patties?

There’s no need to use cooking spray for this recipe as there is butter in the patties, and beef is generally fatty enough to cook by itself.

How long does it take to cook a burger in the air fryer?

Depending on thickness, between 8-12 minutes, flipping the patties over halfway through.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes! Prepare patties according to the recipe, then place a piece of parchment paper between each patty. Cover and refrigerate overnight or freeze for a quick meal. You can freeze patties for up to 4 months.
To cook these burgers from frozen, adjust the cooking time to 10 minutes on each side.

How do I store leftovers?

Keep cooked leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

MORE AIR FRYER RECIPES

If you’re looking for more Air Fryer Recipes for quick and easy dinners, some of my family’s favorites are:

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Yield: 4 Burgers