Air Fryer Hamburgers Recipe - The Cookie Rookie® (2024)

FAQs

What setting should my air fryer be for burgers? ›

Air fry burgers at 375 degrees F for 8 to 10 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 155 degrees F, flipping them at the 6-minute mark.

While I prefer the natural grill marks the air fryer basket makes, for a completely mess-free experience, use air fryer liners or a disposable air fryer basket. Shape the patties into equal-sized portions so that they cook evenly at the same time.

Yes, you should flip burgers cooked in the air fryer halfway through so it cooks evenly on the top and the bottom. This also helps the internal juices redistribute better for the juiciest, most mouthwatering burgers.

Cook burgers in the preheated air fryer until firm and no longer pink in the centers, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

It is not necessary to oil the air fryer basket before cooking burgers. Most burgers contain enough fat to prevent sticking. However, if you prefer a little extra non-stick surface, you can lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush it with a small amount of oil.

Foil is safe to use in an air fryer so long as you follow three basic rules: never let foil touch the heating element; make sure the foil is weighted so it doesn't blow around the basket; and avoid contact with acidic ingredients, which can cause the foil to leach onto your food.

If you haven't been using your air fryer to make hamburgers, you've been missing out. Air fryer burgers are incredibly juicy and tender, with all the same great flavor of skillet burgers, but with far less hassle.

Place beef patties in the air fryer basket. Set temperature to 400°F (200°C) and set time for 12 minutes. Cook burgers until a digital instant-read thermometer inserted sideways into centre of each burger reads 160°F (71°C).

Smoke coming from your air fryer can be attributed to excess grease, food buildup, food being too crowded, or it possibly needs a thorough cleaning.

Press a divot in the center of each patty. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes. Editor's Tip: The divot helps prevent the patties from shrinking as they air-fry.

Is it better to air fry or microwave a burger? ›

The best way to reheat a burger is in the air fryer! Remove any toppings from takeout leftovers and store them in the fridge separately from the bun and patty.

Next, heat grill to medium high heat (about 350-400°F). Place burger patties on the hot grill and close lid. Sear for 2-3 minutes or until you see browning and grill marks. Gently flip the burgers and grill an additional 2-3 minutes for rare, 4-5 minutes for medium-rare or 6-7 minutes for medium well.

You most definitely can air fry frozen hamburgers. The method is quick and simple, cooking the burgers in around 15 minutes if you like them medium. Depending on how you like your burgers cooked, the time to cook frozen hamburgers in the air fryer can range anywhere from 10-20 minutes.

Cook your burgers in a flat pan over medium-high heat. The patties should sizzle when they hit the pan, and when you flip them, you should see a nicely dark, golden-brown sear on the underside.

Cook at 360 degrees for 4 minutes, then flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes or until a thermometer inserted into the center registers 140-150 degrees for medium well doneness. Remove the burgers from the air fryer basket and serve with your favorite condiments, lettuce wraps or buns. Enjoy!