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    Published: March 1, 2021 . Updated: April 19, 2022 by Chichi . Please find a link to our affiliate disclosure at the footer of this page 16 Comments

    Frozen burgers in Air fryer

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    Yes you can air fryer burger Patties! Making Frozen burgers in air fryer is a must try if your haven’t already. Air fryer hamburgers cook quickly and evenly whether making from fresh or from frozen. I will also show you how to seasons the patties so they don’t come out bland. This tutorial is Perfect for those busy days when you don’t want to make these from scratch and would rather not turn on the oven.

    Table of Contents

    • 1 Can you make frozen burgers (hamburgers) in Air fryer?
    • 2 Join our Air fryer recipes group on Facebook!
    • 3 What you need to make your Air fryer frozen burger
    • 4 How to cook frozen burgers in Air fryer
    • 5 How long to cook a frozen hamburger patty in an air fryer.
    • 6 How to season frozen burgers (hamburger patties)
    • 7 Tips for success
    • 8 More Air fryer Frozen foods
    • 9 How to make Frozen burgers in air fryer

    Can you make frozen burgers (hamburgers) in Air fryer?

    Yes you can absolutely make frozen burger patties in the air fryer. That’s what this post is all about. It will not only show you how to do it, it will walk you through step by step with times and temperature so you get perfectly cooked frozen burgers in air fryer every time.

    The Air fryer is gradually changing the way the world is cooking. It cooks foods in less time than an oven would and does an amazing job too. Plus the fact that it’s perfect for Summer time when you want to do anything but put on the oven.

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    What you need to make your Air fryer frozen burger

    You need just a few things to make frozen burgers in air fryer. Your ingredients and tools.

    Ingredients

    1. Frozen burger patties
    2. Black pepper
    3. Salt

    Tools

    1. Air fryer
    2. Spatula
    3. Meat thermometer

    How to cook frozen burgers in Air fryer

    To cook frozen burgers in air fryer, no need to thaw first. Just get it out of the freezer, remove the parchment paper separating the frozen patties and put the patties in the air fryer.

    I like to sprinkle some salt and pepper on the top of the patties before cooking and then on the other side when I flip them while cooking.

    I cook frozen patties at 350°F / 176°C for 12- 14 mins or till the internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C

    Then use for burgers.

    Make it in the oven

    Don’t have an air fryer yet. You bake these in the oven following the steps below

    • Preheat your oven to 400°F / 204°C, Lind a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil then place a rack that fits on it.
    • Season the burgers by sprinkling seasoning blend on one side.
    • Place burgers on the rack. Bake burgers for 20 - 25 mins or until internal temperature reads at least 165°F / 74°C.
    • When cooked, turn off heat and place cheese slices on top. The residual heat will melt the cheese.

    How long to cook a frozen hamburger patty in an air fryer.

    This will depend on the sizes of burgers and how many being cooked. The burgers I used are about 4.5 inches in diameter and about ½ and inch thick.

    I cook 4 patties in my Air fryer for 12-14 mins. The important thing is for the internal temperature to read at least 165°F / 176°C. If you don’t have a meat thermometer (which I highly recommend if you intend to cook meats often in your air fryer) cut the patties open to be sure it’s not longer pink inside.

    How to season frozen burgers (hamburger patties)

    Getting frozen burgers well seasoned to your liking may be a bit challenging for obvious reasons. I use a few tricks when cooking frozen burgers to get them seasoned and not completely bland.

    First mix your seasoning together. Usually use just salt, onion or garlic powder and black pepper. You can use whatever seasoning blend you like.

    Next season the top of the frozen burgers. Do not season the other side yet. Season when you flip it over to the other side while cooking.

    Another trick I use is to add a bit of seasoning to my burger sauce and of course use cheese slices too. All these add up to make your frozen burgers tasty.

    Tips for success

    • As always air fryers are different. I made this recipe in my gourmia air fryer and it was fine at 12 mins. I moved up to 14 mins because my meat thermometer read 163 at 12 mins and I wanted it to get up to 165 to be on the safe side.
    • No need to thaw, Cook frozen hamburgers from frozen.
    • A meat thermometer is important making cooks meats especially frozen meats. Make sure to cook these patties up to an internal temperature of 165 F
    • If making cheese burger, once the burgers are fully cooked, place the cheese slices on top of the burgers and slide basket back in. No need to turn on the air fryer cos the residual is enough to melt the cheese.

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    How to make Frozen burgers in air fryer

    Chichi
    Making Frozen burgers in air fryer is a must try if your haven’t already. Air hamburgers cook quickly and evenly whether making from scratch or from frozen.
    4.92 from 12 votes
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    Prep Time 1 min
    Cook Time 14 mins
    Course Breakfast, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 250 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air fryer
    • Meat thermometer
    • Spatula

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 Frozen Hamburger patties
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 4 burger buns

    Instructions
     

    • Mix seasoning together. Sprinkle some of mix on one side of each frozen burger, set about half aside for when you flip the burgers.
    • Place frozen burger patties in the air fryer basket seasoned side up.
    • Set temperature to 350°F / 176°C cook patties for 12-14 mins. Make sure to flip half way through to ensure even cooking.
    • When you flip the burger, season the other side and continue cooking.
    • Check internal temperature at 12 mins if it’s not at least 165°F / 74°F continue cooking for another 2 mins

    Notes

    1. If making cheese burgers, when the burgers are fully cooked, place cheese slices on the burgers and slide basket back in. No need to turn on the air fryer, the residual heat will melt the cheese.
    2. If making 1 or 2 frozen hamburger patties, start checking at 10 mins.
    3. Nutrition facts are for the frozen patties only. The buns and cheese are not included. For that check out my Air fryer cheese burger recipe
    4. Getting well seasoned frozen burgers isn’t easy for obvious reasons. Adding more seasoning when you flip can help.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1PattyCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 0.1gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 207mgPotassium: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg
    Nutrition DisclaimerNutritional information is an estimate and may change based on products used. Please read full nutrition disclaimer here .
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    1. Sylvester says

      December 19, 2021 at 12:01 pm

      i L learned the quickest way to start a grease fire was with an air fryer. My NuWave was great for many things but frying burgers was not it. I made ground beef dishes in it (cooking the beef first) never an issue. I used a very lean ground chuck made My patties put some bread down to soak up the grease if any as usual with regular ground beef then I did the same with burger patties fresh not frozen, since I cooked ground beef why not a burger, I saw the recommendation on the instruction manual not to cook burgers fresh or frozen in My air fryer but I had been cooking ground beef regularly, without issue some smoke but not much, before you know it the counter was on fire! After that I got a Black & Decker Bake and Crisp and I will keep the burgers for the grill.

      Reply
      • Air Fryer Yum says

        December 19, 2021 at 12:10 pm

        Hi Sylvester,

        Thank you so much for this information it will be helpful for us all especially for beginners. I have never had this issue with my air fryers. I use both the Cosori and Gourmia basket type air fryers to make burgers, bacon, meatballs and even ground beef.

        I always recommend people read there manuals as soon as they get their air fryers because air fryer brands are different. For instance the Cosori specifically says you can use foil in their brand but some other brands say you can’t use foil in theirs.

        It’s always best to follow the manufacturer’s do’s and don’ts to avoid the kind of thing that happened with your Nuwave air fryer. Happy you were safe irrespective of the damage to your counter. How are you Enjoying you new air fryer?

        Reply
    2. Sara Welch says

      March 04, 2021 at 7:36 pm

      5 stars
      Another great recipe for my air fryer, indeed! Cooking burgers couldn't be easier; love this recipe!

      Reply
      • airfryeryum says

        March 06, 2021 at 1:14 am

        Thank you 😊

        Reply
    3. Gail Montero says

      March 04, 2021 at 7:15 pm

      5 stars
      I've never been successful with frozen burgers on the stovetop so I'm glad to learn it's perfectly doable in the air fryer! A must-try!

      Reply
      • airfryeryum says

        March 06, 2021 at 1:14 am

        Love how the air fryer cooks burgers. So good.

        Reply
    4. Beth says

      March 04, 2021 at 5:37 pm

      5 stars
      I love this idea! I can’t wait to make this! My family is going to love this! I’m excited to give this a try!

      Reply
      • airfryeryum says

        March 06, 2021 at 1:15 am

        I think they would love it too! Mine do. Thanks 😊

        Reply
    5. Kathryn says

      March 04, 2021 at 4:28 pm

      5 stars
      Such a great meal option to pull out whenever you need them. Thanks so much for the details, too!

      Reply
      • airfryeryum says

        March 06, 2021 at 1:16 am

        You are welcome Kathryn 😊

        Reply
    6. Kechi says

      March 04, 2021 at 4:02 pm

      5 stars
      I was suspicious of this one until I read the post, WOW!!! These burgers look so so juicy; am ordering an Air Fryer!

      Reply
      • airfryeryum says

        March 06, 2021 at 1:18 am

        Hi Kechi!

        You should! I promise there’s no looking back when you do!

        Reply
    7. Jenn says

      March 04, 2021 at 3:59 pm

      5 stars
      I never knew how easy it would be to make burgers in my air fryer! Good bye BBQ, hello air fryer!

      Reply

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