These Air Fryer Hamburgers are juicy, perfectly cooked, and ready in just 20 minutes - no grill required! Season the patties, air fry 8-9 minutes, then let them rest. They come out tender and flavorful every time, perfect for busy weeknights when you want burgers without firing up the grill!
As Good as It Gets Without Firing Up the Grill
I love a good grilled burger as much as anyone, but let's be honest - sometimes you just don't want to deal with the grill. Maybe it's too cold outside, or you're cooking for one or two people, or you just want burgers without the hassle.
That's when I turn to my air fryer! These burgers come out juicy and flavorful in less than 10 minutes of cooking time, with no grill required.
The end result is a juicy and tender burger that's ready to be served with whatever toppings you desire. All with less grease and mess to clean up than with almost any other cooking method.
Got some frozen hamburger patties you want to cook up instead? Check out my guide to air frying frozen burgers!
Simple Ingredients for Juicy Burgers
What Meat to Use
I love 100% beef burgers so here I used all ground beef. You can also make these burgers with half ground beef and half pork, or even swap it for ground turkey or ground chicken.
Make sure the beef has enough fat. 20% fat is perfect, and minimizes the risk of the burger patties drying out
How to Season Your Burgers
I like a simple seasoning with just salt, black pepper and Worcestershire sauce as it lets the beef shine and be the star of the show. You can add extra seasonings if you like - for example chili flakes or dried herbs.
How to cook Hamburgers in Air Fryer
1. Season
Combine ground beef with seasonings and mix well.
2. Make the Patties
Divide the meat into four pieces of equal size and work each into a round ball. Place on a plate or other flat surface and press down on it with a spatula to create patties.
3. Cook
Brush with olive oil and air fry until almost done, then wrap in aluminum foil and rest 5 minutes before serving.
Expert Tips for the Best Burgers
No need to refrigerate before cooking. Beef cooks better from room temperature.
Don't overcrowd your air fryer basket. Cook in a single layer and make sure there's enough room around the patties for the air to circulate. If necessary, cook in batches.
Use a meat thermometer. This is the best way to avoid over- or undercooking the burgers. Ground beef should be cooked to at least 160°F (71°C) before consuming, for food safety reasons. This corresponds to a well done burger.
Do cook until almost done and allow the burgers to rest before serving. This reduces the risk of overcooking as the temperature will rise slowly for the final part, and will give you the juiciest burgers.
Prep ahead! You can make the burgers up to 24 hours ahead of time and store the patties well covered in the fridge. Bring them out 30 minutes before cooking to allow them to come to room temperature.
What to Do With Leftovers
Storing: Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezing: Store leftovers in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Reheating in air fryer: Air fry in 2 minute increments at 350°F (180°C) until heated through.
Reheating in microwave: Reheat leftovers in the microwave in 30-second increments.
What to Serve Them With
- Ranch Coleslaw15 Minutes
- Buffalo Mac and Cheese1 Hours 5 Minutes
- Simple Arugula Salad with Sun-dried Tomatoes & Honey Lemon Vinaigrette5 Minutes
- Dump-and-Bake Mac and Cheese without Flour1 Hours 5 Minutes
More Quick and Easy Air Fryer Recipes
Looking for more quick & easy air fryer recipes?
- Air Fryer Skirt Steak50 Minutes
- Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes17 Minutes
- Air Fryer Salmon Patties30 Minutes
- Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Wings (vegan, dairy free and gluten free option)30 Minutes
Recipe
Homemade Air Fryer Hamburgers
Print RateIngredients
- 1 lb ground beef or 50/50 ground beef and pork
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoon olive oil optional
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer by running it at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.
- While the air fryer preheats, make the hamburger patties. Start by combining ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper in a bowl and mix well.1 lb ground beef, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Divide the meat mixture into 4 pieces of equal size, and work each into a round ball. Place the ball on a plate or other flat surface and press down on it with a spatula to create a hamburger patty. Be gentle to get a round, even patty, or less so for a smash burger.
- Brush the preheated air fryer basket with olive oil, then place as many hamburgers as can fit comfortably in the basket, and brush the tops with olive oil.2 teaspoon olive oil
- Air fry 4 minutes at 350°F (180°C), then flip and air fry 4-5 minutes, until almost cooked through (internal temperature 145°F / 65°C). Wrap in aluminium foil and rest for at least 5 minutes.
- Serve in hamburger buns topped with the toppings of your choice.
Equipment (may contain affiliate links)
- Pastry brush* (optional)
- Aluminium foil
Video
Notes
What to Do With Leftovers
Storing: Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezing: Store leftovers in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Reheating in air fryer: Air fry in 2 minute increments at 350°F (180°C) until heated through. Reheating in microwave: Reheat leftovers in the microwave in 30-second increments.Nutrition
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
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