These Frozen Air Fryer Burgers are super quick and easy! They are super juicy and basically foolproof. No grill or skillet needed so cleanup is an absolute breeze. Plus there is no thawing required so these burgers can be ready in less than 15 minutes!
If you are looking for more recipes that do not require thawing, try my Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breast or Air Fryer Frozen Wings.
I love to serve these air fryer frozen hamburgers with my Air Fryer Frozen French Fries, Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes, or baked Seasoned Tater Tots.
If you have thawed ground beef on hand, make my Hamburger Patty Recipe.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- These air fryer frozen burgers take less than 15 minutes to cook.
- There is no thawing required to cook a frozen hamburger in the air fryer.
- Load these air fryer hamburgers up with your favorite toppings. They are extremely customizable.
- These frozen burgers (in air fryer) are gluten-free, dairy-free, and low carb/keto.
- This hamburger recipe is kid friendly.
- Cooking frozen burgers in the air fryer is less messy compared to searing the burgers on the stove.
- Learn how long to cook hamburgers in the air fryer.
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
- Burgers: If the beef patties are larger than ¼ pound, they will require additional cooking time. If the burgers are not already seasoned, season with salt and pepper. You can also use frozen turkey burgers. These are usually ⅓ pound each. Air fry at 390 degrees for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through. The internal temperature should be 165 degrees.
Complete list of ingredients and amounts is located on the recipe card below.
How To Make Frozen Burgers in the Air Fryer
Overview
- Air fry the frozen burgers.
- Flip & air fry again.
Step by Step
Step 1: Place the frozen patties in the air fryer basket. Season with salt and pepper if needed.
Step 2: Air fry the frozen patties for 5-6 minutes at 390 degrees. Flip the patties.
TIP - Flip the burgers for even cooking.
Step 3: Air fry for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Frozen burgers should be served well done.
Step 4: To melt the cheese, place the slices of cheese on top of the patties. Place the basket immediately back in the air fryer with it OFF. There will be enough heat to melt the cheese in 2-3 minutes.
TIP - Use a meat thermometer to ensure the burgers reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees before serving.
Step 5: Spray or butter the inside of the buns.
Step 6: Toast the buns in the air fryer at 380 degrees for 2-3 minutes after the patties are done.
Expert Tips
- Do not thaw. There is no need to thaw the frozen hamburger patty before cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer. The best way to ensure the air fryer frozen burgers are not under or over cooked is to check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be 165 degrees.
- Toast the buns. After the burgers are done (and the cheese is melted if using), use the air fry to toast the buns for a couple of minutes at 380 degrees. Spread some butter on them before toasting for extra flavor.
- Add your favorite toppings to the air fried burgers. Customize these burgers with lots of toppings, like lettuce, onions, tomatoes, pickles, bacon, ketchup, mustard, etc.
FAQs
Air fry the frozen hamburger for 9-11 at 390 degrees, flipping halfway though.
Yes. There is no need to thaw the patties. The air fryer cooks them quickly to perfection from frozen.
I find 390 degrees is the perfect temperature to cook the frozen burger patty at.
It is best to flip the burgers halfway through so that they cook evenly.
I recommend at least using salt and pepper. You can also add a sprinkle of garlic/onion powder, smoked paprika, or any bbq/steak dry rub that you like.
Yes. Be sure to check the label for additives though. Just wrap the patty in lettuce for a delicious low carb burger.
This is because the grease is splashing around inside and hitting the coals. The smoke should not be overwhelming. If it is, stop the air fryer and drain the grease in the bottom.
Yes, but you often do not need to. The foil does not allow the air to circulate as well. Foil slows down the cooking process and prevents food from cooking evenly in the air fryer.
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Frozen Burgers (in Air Fryer)
Ingredients:
- 2-4 frozen beef burger patties, ¼ pound each*
- salt & pepper, if needed
- 4 pieces sliced cheddar or american cheese
- 2 brioche hamburger buns
Instructions:
- Place the frozen patties in the air fryer basket. Season with salt and pepper if needed.
- Air fry the frozen patties for 5-6 minutes at 390 degrees. Flip the patties.
- Air fry for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Frozen burgers should be served well done.
- To melt the cheese, place the slices of cheese on top of the patties. Place the basket immediately back in the air fryer with it OFF. There will be enough heat to melt the cheese in 2-3 minutes.
- Spray or butter the inside of the buns.
- Toast the buns in the air fryer at 380 degrees for 2-3 minutes after the patties are done.
Notes:
- Burgers: If the beef patties are larger than ¼ pound, they will require additional cooking time. If the burgers are not already seasoned, season with salt and pepper. You can also use frozen turkey burgers. These are usually ⅓ pound each. Air fry at 390 degrees for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through. The internal temperature should be 165 degrees.
- Use a meat thermometer. The best way to ensure the air fryer frozen burgers are not under or over cooked is to check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be 165 degrees.
- These times are just estimates. Every air fryer cooks differently. This is why it is especially important when cooking raw meat, like air fryer frozen burgers, to use a meat thermometer to be sure the meat is cooked through.
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