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Close-up of a delicious homemade smash burger with melted cheese and fresh toppings
Alyssa

Smash Burger

Create a restaurant style Smash Burger at home in minutes and for a lot less money. You are going to love the crispy brown crust that forms as the burger cooks so quickly.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 539
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground hamburger (80/20)
  • seasoning salt
  • 4 slices American Cheese
  • 4 buns buttered

Method
 

  1. Divide hamburger into four pieces and form into loosely formed balls.
  2. Heat griddle to 375 degrees F.
  3. Place ball of hamburger on hot griddle.
  4. Cover with a piece of parchment paper and press down with a large spatula or bacon press.
  5. Get the patty as thin as you can.
  6. Sprinkle with seasoning. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Flip with spatula making sure to scrap up the crusty skin that has formed on the underneath side.
  8. Cover with slice of cheese.
  9. Cook for 1-2 more minutes.
  10. Place on toasted bun with desired condiments.

Notes

You can customize the toppings and condiments to your preference.