Air Fryer Beef Burgers

These Air Fryer Beef Burgers are juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked with a deliciously browned exterior. They’re quick to make and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or weekend cookout.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10–14 minutes
Total Time: 20–25 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Burger Patties

1½ lbs (680 g) ground beef (80/20 for the juiciest burgers)
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper

For Serving

4 hamburger buns, toasted
4 slices cheddar, American, Swiss, or pepper jack cheese (optional)
Lettuce leaves
Tomato slices
Red onion slices
Pickle slices
Ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, or burger sauce

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix just until combined—avoid overmixing.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick. Press a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to help prevent it from puffing up during cooking.
Arrange the patties in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving a little space between them.
Air fry for 10–14 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.

Internal Temperature Guide

Medium-Rare: 130–135°F (54–57°C)*
Medium: 140–145°F (60–63°C)*
Medium-Well: 150–155°F (66–68°C)
Well Done: 160°F (71°C)

*For food safety, ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

If adding cheese, place a slice on each burger during the last 1 minute of cooking, just until melted.
Let the burgers rest for 2–3 minutes, then serve on toasted buns with your favorite toppings.

Optional Toppings

Crispy bacon
Sautéed mushrooms
Caramelized onions
Avocado slices
Jalapeños
Fried egg
BBQ sauce

Serving Suggestions

Air Fryer French Fries
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
Coleslaw
Corn on the cob
Potato salad
Onion rings

Tips

Use 80/20 ground beef for the best balance of flavor and juiciness.
Don’t press down on the burgers while they cook, as this releases flavorful juices.
Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
Toast the buns in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 1–2 minutes for extra flavor and texture.

These Air Fryer Beef Burgers are juicy, tender, and packed with flavor—perfect for customizing with your favorite cheeses, toppings, and sauces. Enjoy!