Classic Smash Burgers
Thin seared beef patties pressed on a hot skillet and topped with melted American cheese on potato buns.
Equipment
- Heavy skillet or griddle
- Sturdy spatula
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef ground chuck preferred
- 4 slices American cheese
- 4 potato buns
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter for toasting the buns
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 4 tbsp burger sauce or mayonnaise
- ½ cup lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onions optional toppings
Instructions
Cooking
- Roll. Divide the beef into 4 loose balls and keep them cold.
- Heat. Heat a heavy skillet over high heat until screaming hot.
- Smash. Press each ball flat with a sturdy spatula and parchment, season, and cook about 2 minutes until the edges are golden.
- Flip. Flip once, add the cheese, and cook 1 more minute until the center reaches 160 F.
- Build. Toast the buns in butter, spread with sauce, and stack with the patties and toppings.
Notes
Substitutions: Cheddar replaces American cheese.
Tips: Keep the beef cold and use a very hot pan.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Freeze patties without buns for up to 2 months.
Nutrition does not include the optional toppings.