Smash burger patties are thin and have crispy edges from the fat they’re cooked in. The texture is totally different from a traditional hamburger, but they’re still so juicy in spite of how thin they are. I can’t get enough of these smash burgers!

How to Store and Reheat

Once the burgers are assembled, it’s best to serve them right away. However, cooked smash burger patties by themselves will stay fresh in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating in the microwave or back in the skillet with a little butter to add some moisture back into them.

Serving Suggestions

You can’t serve smash burgers without some French fries! I like mine with a bit of burger sauce to take it to the next level.

How to Make Smash Burgers Step by Step

Form the Patties: Brush a 12-inch cast iron or stainless steel skillet with oil and set it over medium heat for 3-4 minutes. While the skillet heats, form ¼ pound of ground beef into 2 very loose 2-inch thick patties. The meat should barely hold its shape. Generously season one side of the patty with salt & pepper. Toast the Buns: Butter the inside of 4 potato buns (with 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter) and place (buttered-side down) on the hot skillet. Cook just until the buns are nicely toasted (watch closely). Cook the Burgers: Increase the heat under the skillet to medium-high and heat the skillet an additional 1 minute. Set 2 patties, seasoned-side down, on opposite sides in the skillet and firmly press down on them until they are about 4-4½-inches wide and ½-inch thick. Season the top-side of the burgers with salt & pepper. Cook the patties, undisturbed, until the outer edges are dark caramel brown. Top with Cheese: Flip the burgers and cook 1 minute. Add 8 slices of American cheese (one on each patty) and cook until desired doneness, about 1 more minute for medium-well. (If you like a medium-rare burger, add the cheese right after flipping the burger and cook just 1 minute.) Set the cooked burgers, cheese side up, on a paper towel-lined plate and repeat the cooking process with the remaining burger patties. Place the burgers on the buns and add your favorite condiments and toppings.

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