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Easy Smash Burger Recipe for Crispy Beef Lovers

Ultimate Smash Burger Recipe

Rebecca Blumer
This smash burger recipe turns a grocery-store patty into a crispy-edged, juicy masterpiece in under 15 minutes. No grill needed—just a hot skillet, good beef, and the courage to smash.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Burgers
Calories 620 kcal

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Metal Spatula

Ingredients
 

Beef Patties

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

Burger Components

  • 4 burger buns potato or brioche preferred
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter for toasting buns
  • 1 small yellow onion very thinly sliced (optional)
  • 2 tsp neutral oil canola, avocado, or grapeseed
  • pickles dill chips
  • condiments ketchup, mustard, mayo

Instructions
 

  • Divide the beef into 4 loose balls (about 4 oz each). Don’t overwork.
  • Heat cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Toast buns with butter, then set aside.
  • Add oil to skillet. If using onions, cook briefly until softened.
  • Add beef balls to pan. Immediately smash flat (about 1/4 inch) using spatula and parchment. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook 60–90 seconds without touching. Flip with a firm scrape. Add cheese. Optionally cover to melt.
  • Spread sauce on buns, add pickles, then stack patties. Serve hot and enjoy the crispy edges!

Notes

Use 80/20 beef for best results. Don’t overcrowd the pan—work in batches for proper browning.

Nutrition

Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 1180mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 540IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 4.2mg
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