Classic Smash Burger
Sink your teeth into the ultimate burger experience with this Classic Smash Burger recipe—a perfect balance of juicy, flavorful beef and crispy, caramelized edges. Featuring an 80/20 ground beef blend smashed thin on a scorching-hot griddle, these patties develop an irresistibly crispy crust while staying tender inside. Topped with oozing American cheese, tangy pickles, and creamy mayonnaise, and nestled between buttery toasted buns, this burger is simplicity at its finest. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve it hot and fresh to indulge in the pinnacle of burger perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 4 slices American cheese
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 4 Soft burger buns
- 8 slices Sliced pickles
- 4 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
Instructions
Divide the ground beef into 8 equal balls, approximately 2 ounces each. Do not compress the meat, keeping it loose will help form a better crust.
Heat a griddle or large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until it is very hot.
Add vegetable oil to the pan and spread it evenly. Allow it to heat until it is shimmering.
Place 4 balls of beef onto the hot griddle. Leave enough space between each ball.
Use a stiff spatula or heavy skillet to smash each ball of beef down into a very thin patty. Press hard for about 10 seconds to ensure the patty is flat.
Season each patty generously with salt and black pepper.
Allow the patties to cook without moving them for about 2 minutes, or until the edges are brown and crispy.
Flip the patties using the spatula, ensuring you scrape well to keep the crust intact.
Place a slice of American cheese on each patty and cook for another minute until the cheese is melted.
Remove the patties and set them aside on a plate or platter.
Add butter to the griddle and toast the burger buns, cut side down, until they are golden brown.
Assemble the burgers by spreading 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise onto the bottom half of each bun.
Place two beef patties on top of the bottom half of the bun.
Top with two slices of pickle, then cover with the top bun.
Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
Serve the smash burgers immediately while they’re hot and juicy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3040 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 209.6 g | 269% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.1 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 491 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 5923 mg | 258% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.0 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 115.9 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 942 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 1784 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
