Best Homemade Beef Burgers

5 from 1 vote

Juicy, perfectly seared Beef Burgers made with an 80/20 ground chuck blend and melted cheddar cheese on a toasted brioche bun. Use a hot cast-iron skillet for a beautiful crust.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 burgers

Course: dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 580

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 pound 80/20 ground chuck Keep cold until ready to form
1 teaspoon kosher salt Season right before cooking
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper To taste
4 brioche buns Halved for toasting
4 slices cheddar cheese Thick cut melts best
2 tablespoons unsalted butter Softened for toasting buns

Equipment

1 Cast iron skillet Essential for a good crust
1 thin spatula For flipping without breaking
1 meat thermometer To check internal temperature

Method

Divide the cold ground beef into equal portions and gently pat into flat discs, pressing a dimple in the center.
Sprinkle salt and pepper generously over the top side just before placing in the pan.
Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and sear the patties undisturbed for four minutes.
Flip the patties, add a slice of cheese to each, and cover for one minute until melted.
Toast the buttered buns in the skillet and assemble the burgers with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 220gCalories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 32gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store cooked patties in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of water. Keep the meat extremely cold until right before cooking.

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