Cheese Smash Burgers

If you love burgers but want to try something a little different, then you should give smash burgers a try. These burgers are made by cooking a thin patty on a hot griddle or grill and then smashing it down with a spatula to create a crispy crust. The result is a juicy, flavorful burger that's loaded with texture and taste.

Course Lunch

Cuisine American

Keyword smash

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Servings

Calories 408kcal

Equipment

1 heavy griddle or cast iron pan

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef 85/15 or 80/20 fat content works best
1 tsp Salt and pepper
4 each hamburger buns

Instructions

Preheat your griddle or flat top stove over medium-high heat.
Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape them into thin patties. Season both sides of the patties with salt and pepper.
Place the patties on the griddle or stove and press down on them with a flat heavy spatula.
Cook the patty for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until it's nice and crispy on the outside. If you're using cheese, add it to the patty during the last 30 seconds of cooking so it has time to melt.
Once the patty is cooked to your liking, remove it from the griddle and place it on a bun. Top it with your favorite toppings and serve immediately.

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