Forget the grill, these air fryer burgers are big, beefy, and ready in almost no time. Keto air fryer burgers use just a handful of ingredients, mixed right into the meat.
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This is different from my Butter Burgers, this version seasons the beef itself and cooks entirely in the air fryer, no stovetop needed at all.
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Chef Jenn’s Take on Air Fryer Burgers
Resist the temptation to buy lean ground beef, fat is genuinely your friend here. An 80/20 blend gives you enough fat for real flavor without it oozing everywhere as it cooks.
Form 4 equal patties and press your thumb into the middle of each one to create an indent, that keeps them from puffing up too much in the center. Do not overmix the beef, just enough to work the spices through evenly. Air fry at 360 degrees for 6 minutes, flip, then cook another 2 to 3 minutes to your desired doneness. Top with cheese and pop it back in for 30 seconds to melt, if you want. Preheat the air fryer and follow your manufacturer’s directions, and do not overcrowd the basket, give each patty room.
This recipe also works great for just one person. Divide the mixture into 4 sections, freeze 3 of them, and thaw and cook one at a time whenever the craving hits.
Fresh beef tastes a bit better than frozen and thawed, though frozen works fine in a pinch. The beef itself runs genuinely 0 net carbs, toppings are what add to the count.
What You’ll Love About Air Fryer Burgers
- Works great as a single-serving recipe too, freeze the extras for later.
- Big, beefy, and ready in about 15 minutes, no grill required.
- Genuinely 0 net carbs for the beef itself.
Ingredients
- Ground beef – 80/20 is best, or a blend of chuck and sirloin.
- Garlic powder and onion powder – Standard pantry staples.
- Salt and pepper – To taste.
- Toppings – Cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, or whatever you like.
How to Make Burgers in the Air Fryer
Mix the meat with the spices.
Form it into four equal patties and press down in the middle to create an indent. This helps to keep the burgers from puffing up too much in the middle.
Air fry at 360-F for about 6 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Top with cheese and your favorite veggies and condiments.
Make It A Meal
Top these with Keto Pickles, or serve veggie sticks with Green Goddess Dressing alongside for dipping.
For a side, Air Fryer Asparagus with Garlic is a great match, and if you love burgers, Keto Butter Burgers is another version worth trying.
Storage
These freeze wonderfully. Wrap the chilled, cooked burgers tightly in plastic, then freeze for up to 3 months. In the fridge, they keep for about 5 days in an airtight container.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your favorite cheese is the best cheese! Anything works – from processed cheese slices to extra old cheddar. Or, switch up the flavor by using blue cheese crumbles, pepper jack, or a smoked gouda. Try them with different cheeses to discover your favorite!
Absolutely! Especially if you make them from scratch with no starchy or carby fillers. Keep it simple: meat, spices, salt and pepper. Top it with your favorite veggies and condiments and you’re all set!
It all depends on the burger and how you top it, but this 100% beef burger rings in with just ZERO net carbs making it a reat choice for a keto or low carb diet.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20 is best
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 360-F.
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and form four patties from the beef mixture. Press your thumb into the middle of the top of each burger to form an indent.
- Air fry the burgers for 6 minutes then flip an cook an additional 2-3 minutes or until they have reached your desired level of doneness.
- Top with cheese and pop back into the air fryer for 30 seconds or just to melt the cheese (optional)
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Recipe Card Tips
- Use 80/20 ground beef rather than lean, the extra fat is genuinely what gives these flavor.
- Press a thumb indent into the center of each patty before cooking, to keep them from puffing up.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket, give each patty a bit of room for even cooking.
Nutrition
A Note on Nutritional Information
Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed. Erythritol carbs (sugar substitutes) are not included in the carbohydrate counts as they have been shown not to impact blood sugar, and they have zero calories and zero carbs. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.
This recipe looks so tasty and very delicious! I can’t wait to make these tonight! So excited!
What a great method to make burgers in the air fryer! Thanks for sharing!
I always love a good burger and now that I know I can make it in my air fryer I might have them even more often! I love your spice mix, it’s the perfect combo for a great burger. And thanks for all of the good tips!
Another reason to get myself an air fryer! They look so good and juicy.
Such a simple delicious burger. I love just a plain simple burger without too many other spices and flavors.
Minimal ingredients, simple recipe, tastes amazing! One of the best burgers I’ve ever had!
This one has already gone into my favourite recipe folder