Ultimate Smash Beef Cheeseburgers

Name: Ultimate Smash Beef Cheeseburgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 burgers
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend); 4 slices American cheese; 4 potato buns, toasted; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 EL ketchup; 1 TL pickle relish; 1/2 TL mustard; 4 leaves iceberg lettuce; 1 tomato, sliced; 1/4 white onion, thinly sliced; 8 slices dill pickles; Salt and pepper to taste; Butter for toasting

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Master the art of the diner-style burger at home with these Ultimate Smash Beef Cheeseburgers. High-quality ground beef is smashed thin on a hot griddle, creating an irresistible caramelized, crispy crust while locking in juicy flavor. Each patty is topped with melted American cheese and stacked with traditional lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and a signature burger sauce. Served on a soft, toasted potato bun, this burger delivers the perfect ratio of crispy meat, gooey cheese, fresh veggies, and tangy sauce in every single bite. It's a fast food icon made better at home, perfect for summer grilling season or any casual dinner that demands big flavor.

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Two smash beef cheeseburgers with crispy edges and melted cheese on potato buns, with fries

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time10 min

Servings4 burgers

Equipment

Cast iron griddle or heavy skilletSpatulaLarge mixing bowl

Instructions

1
Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, and mustard to make the special sauce. Set aside.
2
Divide beef into 4 equal balls. Heat a griddle or cast iron skillet over very high heat.
3
Place a ball on the hot surface and immediately smash it flat with a sturdy spatula to create a thin patty. Season with salt and pepper.
4
Cook for about 2 minutes until super crispy, then flip. Immediately place a cheese slice on top. Cook for another minute until cheese melts and second side is crispy.
5
Assemble burgers: spread sauce on toasted buns, add lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and the cheesy smash patty. Serve immediately.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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