Air Fryer Hamburgers are flavorful, juicy and ready to eat in just 15 minutes! Make the best burgers in your air fryer with this quick and easy recipe!
If it's too hot to grill or you don't have a BBQ, these air fryer burgers are the way to go! This is definitely one of our favorite air fryer recipes, and it's perfect when you want a quick and easy dinner!
There's nothing better than a thick, juicy burger fresh off the grill, right? But grilling isn't always an option.
As much as I love making Instant Pot Hamburgers, it's even easier to make them in the air fryer. I use my Instant Omni Plus and the Vortex Plus, and they're perfect every time.
How to Cook Burgers in the Air Fryer Oven
We keep the seasoning pretty simple to let the beef flavor shine here. I also add a secret ingredient to make these burgers extra juicy -- water. Try it -- works every time!
First, you season the ground beef and add the water. Then, form the beef into patties, about ½ inch thick.
Next, press your thumb into the center of the patty to make a small indentation. This will keep the patties from shrinking up too much.
How Long to Cook the Burgers
Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees. When it's hot enough, place the tray into your air fryer.
Set the time for 15 minutes. Flip the burgers over about halfway through the cooking time so that they cook and brown evenly.
When to Add Cheese
If you want to make cheeseburgers in your air fryer, add the cheese during the last few seconds. It melts super fast!
I recommend using your favorite sliced cheese here. Shredded cheese is fine, but it can get messy. American, Colby, Monterey Jack or sliced cheddar are all good.
For safety, I cook hamburgers until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees. 15 minutes is all it takes here.
The burgers are thick, juicy and so delicious! Top them with lettuce, tomatoes, bacon and whatever you want! Add homemade baked fries or air fryer french fries on the side.
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Air Fryer Hamburger Recipe
Air Fryer Hamburgers
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 2 teaspoons dried minced onions
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon water
- sliced cheese optional
Instructions
- Mix the dried onions, sea salt, garlic powder, pepper and water into the ground beef, and form into 4 patties, approximately ½ inches thick
- Place patties onto air fryer tray, and make an indentation in the middle with your finger or thumb
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees, and cook for 15 minutes, turning patties over about halfway through cook time.
- Add cheese slices during the last few seconds of cooking
Notes
Nutrition
Kevin says
Too hot to BBQ now! This is an awesome replacement way to still have hamburgers without frying. Going to be our summer favorite!
Dee says
Thanks, Kevin. We love air frying hamburgers!
Michele says
Making these tonight! New user here. What rack position do you recommend or does it matter?
Dee says
For 1 rack, I put the tray in the middle. For both racks, I rotate the trays about halfway through.
William says
What function should I use for hamburger?
I used bake this time.
Dee says
I always use the air fry setting.
Suzy says
This is perfect! Love how quickly they cook up in the air fryer!
Beti says
Such a fantastic way to make a burger!! YUM!!
Dee says
So glad you liked the burgers! Thanks!
katerina says
Oh my, these hamburgers are amazing!!
Toni says
This is a sure hit at my house! Everyone loved it!
Dee says
I'm so happy you all enjoyed the burgers! Thanks!
Catalina says
Oh my goodness! Isn't the Air Fryer the best?! It's exactly what I need!
Sara Welch says
This is everything a gourmet burger should be, and then some! Adding this to my dinner line up for the week; looks too good to pass up!
Dee says
Thanks so much, Sara. I hope you like them!
Dorothy Reinhold says
The air fryer is quickly becoming my favorite appliance! Those burgers look perfect.
Dee says
Thank you so much, Dorothy. I would be lost without mine!
Beth says
Yum! I love this idea! Can't wait to make these!
Dee says
I hope you get a chance to try them, Beth. Thanks!