Copycat Easy White Castle Burgers Recipe
Description
Make these Copycat Easy White Castle Burgers right at home with juicy beef patties, soft slider buns, and that classic onion-packed flavor. Quick to prep and perfect for weeknight dinners, parties, or freezer-friendly meals.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef, preferably 80/20 for juiciness
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup finely diced onions, or rehydrated dehydrated onions for classic flavor
- 12 slider buns
- 6 slices American cheese, optional, cut in half
- Pickle slices, optional topping
- 1 tablespoon butter, for toasting buns
Instructions
- Heat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Divide the ground beef into 12 equal portions (about 2 ounces each). Flatten into thin patties slightly larger than the slider buns — they’ll shrink as they cook.
- Sprinkle each patty with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Spread a small handful of diced onions underneath each patty if you want the classic steamed-onion flavor.
- Place patties in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook 4–5 minutes, flip, then cook another 3–4 minutes until done.
- If you’re adding cheese, place a half-slice on each patty during the last minute so it melts perfectly.
- Lightly butter the slider buns and air fry 1–2 minutes until golden.
- Add patties to buns, top with pickles or your favorite toppings, and serve warm.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Notes
Note: All air fryers are slightly different, so the cooking time might vary based on the model and brand. Keep an eye on your burgers the first time you try this method to find the perfect cooking duration for your specific device.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 194kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 13gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 403mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 129IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 142mgIron: 2mg