Easy baked hamburger recipe

Big Tan Baked Burgers Recipe

These juicy, baked burgers are perfect when you’re craving a delicious burger but don’t want to fire up the grill. They’re easy to make and packed with flavor. Whether you’re preparing them in the oven or using an air fryer, this recipe guarantees juicy, flavorful burgers. Here’s how to make them!

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs 80% lean ground beef (you can go as high as 85% for a juicier burger)
• Kosher salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Granulated garlic (optional, to taste)
• Sesame seed buns
• Sliced American cheese (optional, for cheeseburgers)

Toppings:

• Kosher dill pickles (sliced thin)
• Red onion (sliced thin)
• Tomatoes (preferably larger, sliced)
• Green leaf lettuce

For the Burger Sauce:

• Mayonnaise (Helmann’s or your favorite brand)
• Ketchup
• Sweet relish
• Granulated onion
• White vinegar
• Classic yellow mustard
• A little sugar (optional, to taste)

Instructions:

Form the Burger Patties:

• Start with about 2 lbs of 80% lean ground beef. Divide the beef into uniform portions, each around 1/4 lb. (You can use a burger press or just your hands to form the patties.)
• Don’t overwork the beef, as this can make the burgers tough. Shape the patties slightly larger than the bun, as they will shrink a little during cooking.
• Place the formed patties on a stainless steel wire rack on top of a baking sheet. This allows air to circulate and helps cook the burgers evenly.

Season the Burgers:

Season each patty with a sprinkle of kosher salt, black pepper, and granulated garlic if using. Keep the seasoning simple, as you’ll be adding toppings and sauce for flavor.

Bake the Burgers:

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Place the patties in the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) in the thickest part. Add a slice of cheese during the last minute of baking if you’re making cheeseburgers.

Prepare the Toppings:

• Slice the pickles thinly for easy burger assembly.
• Slice the red onion and tomato thinly. If you have kids, you can cut the onion slices into smaller pieces.
• Wash and prepare the green leaf lettuce in manageable pieces.

Make the Burger Sauce:

• In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet relish, granulated onion, white vinegar, yellow mustard, and a small amount of sugar. Mix well until everything combines into a smooth sauce.
• Taste and adjust the seasonings if necessary.

Assemble the Burgers:

• Once your burgers are cooked, place them on the sesame seed buns.
• Spread a generous amount of the burger sauce on the bun.
• Add your toppings: thinly sliced pickles, tomato slices, raw red onion slices, and the fresh green leaf lettuce.

Serve:

• Serve your burgers with fries or tater tots for the perfect meal!
• Enjoy your juicy, flavorful oven-baked burger with all your favorite toppings!

Tips:

• If you prefer caramelized onions, feel free to cook them up before adding them to your burger.
• You can switch up the toppings with your favorites, like pineapple, bacon, or even different types of cheese.
• Baking burgers in the oven helps them stay juicy while being perfectly cooked all the way through.

This method is perfect for when you can’t or don’t want to use the grill. These baked burgers are simple, delicious, and perfect for feeding the whole family. Enjoy!