Smash Burgers
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
3 mins
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Total Time
8 mins
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Servings
4 burgers
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Calories
701 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Smash Burgers
Description
Smash Burgers start with high-fat ground beef shaped into evenly sized balls then pressed firmly onto a hot griddle or skillet to create a thin patty with a browned, crisp edge. The intense heat enables caramelization and locks in juices, resulting in a flavorful, slightly crispy exterior and juicy interior. Seasoning with just salt and pepper lets the beef's natural taste shine.
The burger spread blends creamy mayonnaise with ketchup, Dijon mustard, and chopped pickles to provide a tangy, slightly sweet, and savory condiment that enhances each bite. Toasting the hamburger buns on the griddle until golden brown adds warmth and a slight crunch, complementing the tender patties.
Optional toppings like sliced pickles, onions, and shredded lettuce bring freshness, crunch, and acidity, balancing the richness of the beef and spread. This combination makes the smash burger satisfying and layered in texture and flavor.
The recipe also includes suggestions for making smaller slider versions by halving the beef portion size and using smaller buns like Hawaiian rolls. It notes that lettuce leaves can replace buns for a low-carb alternative and recommends using a cast iron skillet or griddle if an actual griddle is unavailable.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef measured out into 8 - 2 ounce balls, 80/20
- ½ teaspoon vegetable oil
- 4 Hamburger Bun
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 lices American cheese
Optional toppings
- 12 dill pickles sliced
- ½ cup onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup iceberg lettuce shredded
Burger spread
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons pickle finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
- If you don’t already have burger spread prepared, be sure to prepare the burger spread before making the burgers.
- To make the burger spread, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 2 tablespoons finely chopped pickles (or pickle relish) and 2 teaspoons dijon mustard in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, then portion out the ground beef into 2 ounce balls. (I recommend using a kitchen scale to get the precise measurement.)
- Heat a griddle over medium-high heat.
- Add the vegetable oil to the griddle and place the buns face-down on the griddle.
- Toast the hamburger buns for approximately 1 minute, or until browned around the edges.
- Remove the buns from the griddle, spread burger sauce on the bottom bun and top with 2-3 pickle slices, sliced onions and shredded lettuce. Set aside.
- Turn the heat on the griddle up to high.
- Spray the back of a large flat metal spatula with cooking spray.
- Place each of the balls of ground beef on the hot griddle. Use the back of the spatula to smash the ground beef into flattened burger patties. Cook for 1 minute.
- Flip the burgers and place a piece of cheese on half of the burger patties.
- Place the other burger patties, not topped with cheese, on top of the cheese-topped burger patties.
- Cook for 30 seconds, then remove the burgers from the griddle and place them on the prepared buns.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For sliders, form 1-ounce beef balls and use smaller buns like Hawaiian rolls or slider buns.
- To serve "protein style," replace buns with large iceberg lettuce leaves for a low-carb option.
- If a griddle is unavailable, a cast iron skillet works well; cook in batches if needed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 701 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 701kcal | 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 52g | 80% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14g | 82% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 113mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 1726mg | 72% |
| Potassium | 510mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 403mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 332mg | 33% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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