Air Fryer Frozen Hamburgers (Cooks in 10 minutes!)

Name: Air Fryer Frozen Hamburgers
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 frozen raw beef patties; Salt and pepper; Cooking oil spray

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These air fryer frozen hamburgers are juicy and tender, cook in about 10 minutes, with no thawing necessary.

Who knew how easy cooking frozen burgers in the air fryer could be?! They're an absolute gamechanger for weeknight dinners when you don't have time for the meat to thaw.

You also don't have to worry about heating up the house from baked hamburgers or firing up the grill outside.

Equipment

Buy Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven

This toaster oven air fryer is easy to use and makes cleanup a breeze. It's large enough to cook in big batches, yet compact enough to fit on the countertop.

Ingredients

Cooking burgers in the air fryer is quick and easy! Here's what you'll need:

Frozen beef burgers: I used grass-fed beef patties from Costco's Kirkland Signature line. They're dairy free, egg free, and gluten free.
Salt and pepper: You'll want to be generous with seasoning.
Oil spray: Adding oil spray to the beef patties will help keep them juicy!

Air Fryer Burger Temp and Time

Cook frozen burgers in air fryer at 350°F for about 10 minutes, flipping once halfway through. This ensures that the patty cooks evenly.

Tips for Cooking Hamburgers in Air Fryer

Don't preheat the air fryer! Doing so could cook the outside of the burger quicker than the inside.
If you're doubling the recipe or cooking multiple batches, you may need to reduce the cook time by a couple minutes.
For quick cleanup, line the bottom of your air fryer with aluminum foil.
Keep a close eye on the burgers, as cooking times may vary depending on what type of air fryer you use.

Best Hamburger Side Dishes

Serve your burger alongside these tasty sides:

FAQ

Can you cook a frozen hamburger in an air fryer?

Yes! You can cook a delicious, tender, and juicy frozen burger in your air fryer.

How long to cook frozen hamburger in air fryer?

Air fry frozen raw beef patties at 350°F for about 8-10 minutes. At the 5 minute mark, flip the patties.
Exact cook time will depend on the size and thickness of your burgers. You may need to adjust the time depending how you like your meat cooked.
It is best to use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be 160°F.

Do you need to flip burger in air fryer?

To make sure your burgers cook evenly, it is recommended to flip once halfway through.

How to air fry hamburgers

To make frozen hamburgers in air fryer, start by spraying each side of the patties with cooking oil. Season generously with salt and pepper and any other burger seasoning you prefer. Air fry until cooked through, about 10 minutes, and enjoy!

What to serve with hamburgers

Serve the patties in a lightly toasted hamburger bun with toppings like lettuce, onion, tomatoes, pickles, ketchup, and mustard.

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I hope you love these air fryer hamburgers as much as we do! They're easy to make, customizable, and affordable.