Smash Burgers

Smash Burgers

from delish.com
20 min
4 servings

These perfect smash burgers are easy to make at home and even better than our favorite fast food places.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef, preferably 80%
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 slices American cheese
  • Hamburger buns, mayonnaise, lettuce leaves, dill pickle slices, sliced tomatoes, and sliced onions, for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    Divide beef into 8 (2-oz.) patties. Very loosely form into a ball, making sure to not tightly pack together. 

  2. 2

    Heat an ungreased griddle or large cast-iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Working in batches as needed, place patties on hot skillet. Using a large metal spatula or bench scraper, immediately smash patties down as flat and thinly as you can; season with salt and pepper. Cook until edges start to crisp, about 1 minute. Flip, season with salt and pepper, and cook until other side is browned, about 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Top patties with a slice of cheese amd continue to cook until cheese melts, about 20 seconds more. 

  4. 4

    Serve double-stacked on hamburger buns with desired toppings.