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Quick and Easy Juicy Air Fryer Cheeseburgers

Quick and Easy Juicy Air Fryer Cheeseburgers is a beef recipe that the whole family will love. This post will show you how to cook burgers in an air fryer and for how long. The recipe also includes instructions for frozen burgers. You can even make air fryer turkey burgers!

juicy air fryer cheeseburgers on a bun and white plate
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How Do I Cook Burgers in the Air Fryer?

I like to use the pre-made burger patties from the butcher section of my local grocery store. If you prefer to create and mold your own burgers, use ground chuck 80/20 fat.

Season the burgers with Liquid SmokeWorcestershire sauce and Webber’s Burger Seasoning. Place the burgers in the air fryer on 360 degrees in accordance with the timing noted below.

raw burger patties in air fryer

Here is a Step By Step Guide on How to Make Burgers.

How Long Do You Cook a Hamburger in the Air Fryer?

Cook the burgers for 12 minutes total. Cook for 8 minutes, flip the burgers and cook an additional 3-4 minutes.

juicy air fryer cheeseburgers on a bun and white plate with fries

How Long Do You Cook Frozen Hamburger Patty in the Air Fryer?

Frozen burgers need about 15 minutes to cook.

juicy air fryer cheeseburgers on a bun and white plate with fries

How Do You Cook Steak in the Air Fryer?

Steak needs 7 minutes cook time for medium doneness using the Power Air Fryer. Check out my Marinated Air Fryer Steak recipe!

juicy air fryer cheeseburgers on a bun and white plate with fries

Is the Air Fryer Really Healthy?

The air fryer cuts the fat. Air frying cuts up to 80% of the fat of traditional deep frying. Most deep fried foods require 2-3 cups of oil. You will only need a tablespoon with most air fryer recipes. Also, most deep-fried oils use canola or vegetable oil.

I typically use olive oil with the air fryer, which is much healthier.

juicy air fryer cheeseburgers on a bun and white plate with fries

Can you put aluminum foil in the Air Fryer?

Yes, you can use aluminum foil in the air fryer.

Pair your juicy cheeseburger with Homestyle Air Fryer French Fries.

air fryer fries spread out on a brown surface with ketchup

Wanna ditch the carbs? Simply the ditch the bun and go without.

air fryer cheeseburger without the bun

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juicy air fryer cheeseburgers on a bun and white plate

Juicy Air Fryer Cheeseburgers

Yield: 4
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Quick and Easy Juicy Air Fryer Cheeseburgers is a beef recipe that the whole family will love. This post will show you how to cook burgers in an air fryer and for how long. The recipe also includes instructions for frozen burgers. You can even make air fryer turkey burgers!

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Season the ground beef with the liquid smoke, Worcestershire, burger seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Form 4 burger patties
  2. Place the burgers in the air fryer. I cooked mine two at a time.
  3. Cook the burgers for 8 minutes on 360 degrees.
  4. Open the air fryer and flip the burgers. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  5. Use a meat thermometer to test doneness. 125 degrees rare, 135 degrees medium rare, 145 degrees for medium, 155 degrees for medium-well, and 160 degrees for well done.
  6. Top each burger with a slice of cheese. Cook for an additional two minutes or until the cheese has melted.
  7. Serve on buns.

Notes

I cooked the burgers two at a time due to the size of my air fryer basket.

Total cook time will vary based on how done you like your burgers. You can also use a meat thermometer to gauge: 125 degrees (rare), 135 degrees (medium rare), 145 degrees for medium, 155 degrees for medium well, and 160 degrees for well done.

I like to serve my burgers on toasted buns. After cooking the burgers, you can let them toast in the air fryer for a couple of minutes.

If you are using turkey burgers, the cook time should remain the same.

You will notice grease in the bottom of the air fryer pan. This did not cause any smoke during the cook process. You should clean the pan right away.

Here is the order in which I load up my burgers:

Bottom Bun (toasted)

Mayo

Lettuce: Fold up the lettuce and form a circular shape so that it covers the bun

Slice of Tomato

Burger

Top Bun (toasted) with ketchup

Secure with a toothpick

Grab your 14 Day Air Fryer Meal Plan here.

Nutrition Information
Yield 4 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 524Total Fat 32gCarbohydrates 22 netgProtein 30g

Sydney

Tuesday 16th of May 2023

I saw these on your story and it’s like you knew I was thawing ground beef. So easy super juicy and super tasty. Another great recipe.

staysnatched

Tuesday 16th of May 2023

I'm glad you enjoyed them!

Paul Brown

Saturday 17th of December 2022

I’ve made a lot of similar recipes in my slow cooker. I wouldn’t be able to survive with out my slow cooker. Thanks for sharing your recipes.

staysnatched

Tuesday 3rd of January 2023

Glad to hear it!

Alisha

Thursday 7th of July 2022

OMG! I made these for my family and they are amazed at how juicy these were. substituted Turkey because I don’t eat beef (they do), so flavorful! Idk why I didn’t start making them this way sooner. Thank you!

staysnatched

Friday 8th of July 2022

Wonderful! So glad everyone enjoyed them.

Typhanie

Sunday 20th of March 2022

These burgers are bomb! Super easy! Love it for a quick meal for the fam!

staysnatched

Thursday 24th of March 2022

Wonderful! So glad to hear it!

Yolo

Tuesday 4th of January 2022

I love that you use your air fryer for everything. I was again questioning how burgers would work. I followed your recipe and directions and they came out great. Thanks so much. Air fryers are life.

staysnatched

Wednesday 5th of January 2022

I'm glad you enjoyed the burgers.

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