Recipes AirfryerAir Fryer Cheeseburger
This air fryer cheeseburger starts with hand-formed beef patties, so you get that juicy, homemade bite with melty cheddar on top — no grill required. The air fryer sears the outside while keeping the inside tender.
Shape, season, air fry, melt the cheese and build. From fridge to loaded cheeseburger in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Instructions
Form the patties
Divide the beef into two balls and gently press into flat rounds slightly wider than your buns. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Air fry
Place the patties in the basket and air fry at 400°F for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway, until browned and cooked to 160°F.
Melt and build
Top each patty with a slice of cheddar and cook 1 more minute to melt. Assemble on toasted buns with your favorite toppings.
- Don't overwork the beef — handle it gently for a tender patty.
- Press a dimple in the center so the burger cooks flat, not domed.
- 80/20 beef gives the juiciest result in the air fryer.
Frequently asked
How long does a homemade cheeseburger take in the air fryer?
About 10 minutes at 400°F for a ⅓-lb patty, plus 1 minute to melt the cheese. Cook to 160°F.
Do I need to flip the patties?
Yes — flip once halfway through for even browning on both sides.
When do I add the cheese?
In the last minute, so it melts without sliding off before the patty is done.
