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How to Cook Burgers in an Air Fryer
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For burgers — quarter-pound patty (4 oz / 115 g, ¾ in thick) — start with 375°F (190°C) for an estimated 10–14 minutes. Flip or turn at about 6 minutes. Check 165°F (74°C) inside before removal. Use the preparation steps below and the full table for other sizes or starting conditions.
- FoodSafety.gov — Safe Minimum Internal Temperatures
Minimum internal endpoints and required rest periods. Does not validate air-fryer settings or minutes. Whole eggs and shellfish also have specific appearance guidance in the chart.
Source section: Temperature chart: poultry, meat, seafood, eggs and leftovers. Reference checked: .
Forming and preparing patties
For air fryer burgers, ¾-inch thick patties produce the best balance of cook time and juiciness. When forming patties, create a slight depression in the center with your thumb — this prevents the burger from puffing up into a dome during cooking as the center heats and contracts. Season the outside surfaces with salt and pepper just before cooking — salting too early draws out moisture.
Cooking step by step
Lightly spray the basket with oil. Place patties in a single layer without touching. Use the quarter-pound patty (4 oz / 115 g, ¾ in thick) preparation. Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C); the starting range is 10–14 minutes. Turn or shake at about 6 minutes as appropriate for the food. Check at the lower end and continue as needed; thickness, load and the appliance affect the actual time. Verify at least 165°F (74°C) inside before removal.
Frozen burgers
Frozen patties cook directly from frozen at 375°F for 15–20 minutes, flipped at 10 minutes. At 10 minutes, the patty will be thawed and browning; check the surface for moisture and pat dry if needed before continuing. Frozen patties may take 17–20 minutes to reach 160°F depending on thickness.
Assembly and serving
While burgers cook, toast buns in the air fryer for 2 minutes at 350°F (cut-side up). Onions and peppers can be placed around the patties and will caramelize by the time the burgers are done. For a smash-style burger, a flat-top or cast iron is better suited — the air fryer does not replicate the smash-burger sear.
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Mis à jour le 5 septembre 2026 · Vérifié par Maks