Air Fryer, The Quickest and Juiciest Air Fryer Cheeseburgers

Everyone uses ground beef, at least once per week in their cooking, I thought it was a great time to talk about how to purchase ground beef, what to look for and some pointers.

• Ground beef is actually a combination of beef cuts. It usually is a combination of chuck, round and sirloin.  Some labels, at the grocery store, may include the cut of meat that is ground.
• Always purchase ground meat that is bright red. You can tell older ground meat by the color, if it is brown or gray, do not purchase it, as it indicates that it is older.
• For huge savings purchase a family pack of ground beef and then freeze some of the meat for later.
• Look for a tightly wrapped package of meat, avoid a package with loose plastic wrap or a tear.
• Here are some guides for purchasing ground beef due to leanness:
  • Not less than 73% lean-This is normal just labeled ground beef. This meat is good for chilis, soups, sloppy joes and pizzas.
  • Not less than 80% lean-This meat is used best in meat loves, meatballs and hamburgers
  • Not less than 85% lean-This is best used in casseroles

  The most important thing to remember when using ground meat is that it is very versatile.

   

  Kitchen Items Used: (Note: Affiliate links are included in this post)

  

   

  Today, I used the Omni Instant Pot Air Fryer, which I love it’s so big!

  J.A. Henckels 6-Inch High Carbon Stainless Steel Chef’s Kitchen Knife

   Stainless Steel Measuring Cups, 5 Piece Set

  Hudson Essentials Stainless Steel Measuring Cups Set-6 Piece Stackable Set with Spout

  Anchor Glass Measuring Set–This is one of the handiest tools in the Kitchen 

  Italian Olive Wood Spatula

  OXO Good Grips 12 Inch Stainless-Steel Locking Tongs

  EVOO Air Fryer, Best Friend

  

  Don’t Forget to Pin–

• 

  Air Fryer, The Quickest and Juiciest Air Fryer Cheeseburgers

   

• 

  Print

  Air Fryer, The Quickest and Juiciest Air Fryer Cheeseburgers

  Prep Time

  5 mins

  Cook Time

  12 mins

  Total Time

  17 mins

   

  A great alternative to grilling. My burger was juicy and very quick. This is a great way to get your hamburger or cheeseburger fix during the winter months.

  Course: Main Course

  Cuisine: American

  Servings: 4 servings

  Author: ForkToSpoon.com

  Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon burger seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 slices American cheese

  Optional: Hamburger buns, lettuce, sliced tomatoes, onions, red onions, ketchup, etc.

  Instructions

  1. In a small mixing bowl, mix together the ground beef, Worcesthries sauce, burger seasoning, and salt and pepper.

  2. Shape the meat into hamburger patties. Depending on the size of your burgers, I was able to make 4.

  3. Then set them burgers into the air fryer basket or oven, with the temperature at 350 degrees for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, flip the burgers and air fry for another 5 minutes.  (Air Fryer Setting) 

  4. Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer,  The internal temperature should be about 145°F for medium-rare for medium, 160°F.

  5. Once the burger is cooked, add a piece of cheese on top, and air fry for another 2 minutes, to melt the cheese. As soon as the cheese is melted remove. The time for the melting will depend on the air fryer you own.

  6. Plate, serve and enjoy!