Juicy Air Fryer Burger Patties (No Grill Needed!)

🛒 Ingredients (Makes 4 Patties)

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 for best juiciness)

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tbsp ketchup (optional – adds moisture)

• 1 tbsp cold butter (grated, optional secret trick)

Optional:

• 4 slices cheddar cheese

• Burger buns & toppings

🥣 Step 1: Mix the Meat (Don’t Overwork!)

1. In a bowl, add ground beef.

2. Sprinkle salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder.

3. Add Worcestershire sauce and ketchup.

4. Gently mix with hands until just combined.

   • ❗ Do NOT overmix (makes burgers tough).

5. If using grated butter, gently fold it in.

✋ Step 2: Form the Patties

1. Divide into 4 equal portions.

2. Shape into patties about:

   • ¾ inch thick

   • Slightly wider than your buns

3. Press a small indent in the center (prevents puffing).

🌬️ Step 3: Air Fry to Perfection

1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.

2. Place patties in basket (don’t overlap).

3. Cook:

• 8–10 minutes total for medium

• Flip halfway (around 4–5 minutes)

Internal temperature:

• 135°F = medium-rare

• 145°F = medium

• 160°F = well done (USDA recommended)

🧀 Step 4: Add Cheese (Optional)

During the last 1 minute:

• Place cheese slice on each patty.

• Close air fryer to melt.

🔥 Pro Tips for Extra Juicy Burgers

✔ Use 80/20 beef (fat = flavor).
✔ Let patties rest 3–5 minutes after cooking.
✔ Don’t press burgers while cooking.
✔ Lightly spray basket to prevent sticking.

🥬 Build Your Burger

Toast buns for 1–2 minutes in air fryer.
Add:

• Lettuce

• Tomato

• Onion

• Pickles

• Burger sauce

🧄 Simple Burger Sauce

• ½ cup mayo

• 2 tbsp ketchup

• 1 tbsp mustard

• 1 tsp pickle juice

• ½ tsp garlic powder

Mix and chill 20 minutes.