Smash Burgers (Crispy, Juicy, and Ridiculously Easy)
If you’ve never had a smash burger before, now’s the time. This method gives your burger an insane crust and juicy center that puts regular burgers to shame — and it’s just plain fun to make.
Equipment
- Hamburger Press
- Wax Paper
- Large Spatula
- Flat Top Grill (use a cast iron pan or a flattop grill insert if you don't own a flattop grill)
Ingredients
- 2 lb 80/20 Ground Beef
- 3 tbsp Favorite Steak Rub (or equal parts salt, pepper, garlic powder)
- 1/4 cup Butter
Instructions
- Mix ground beef with 1 tbsp of your preferred seasoning.2 lb 80/20 Ground Beef, 3 tbsp Favorite Steak Rub
- Form into 1/4 pound balls (roughly 8 total).
- Preheat your grill, smoker, or flattop to 400°F (surface should sizzle when flicked with water).
- Place your flattop or cast iron pan on grill/smoker to heat up.
- Drop a small dollop of butter onto the hot surface and place a beef ball on top.1/4 cup Butter
- Cover with wax paper and smash flat using a hamburger press for 10 seconds.
- Remove wax paper and sprinkle a bit of rub on the smashed patty.
- Repeat for as many patties as your surface can hold.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes on the first side without moving.
- Flip the patties, season the other side, and top with cheese if desired.
- Continue cooking until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from heat and rest briefly.
- Serve on buns with your favorite toppings and enjoy!