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Crispy Blackstone Griddle Smash Burgers Recipe Easy Homemade with Onions and Cheese

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, cheesy smash burgers cooked on a Blackstone griddle with caramelized onions and melty cheese. Perfect for casual gatherings and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 slices American cheese (or sharp cheddar, pepper jack)
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 4 soft burger buns (brioche recommended)
  • Butter or oil for cooking and toasting buns
  • Optional toppings: pickles, lettuce, tomato slices, mustard, mayo

Instructions

  1. Preheat your Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat, around 400°F (204°C).
  2. Slice the onions thinly while the griddle heats up.
  3. Butter the burger buns lightly on the cut sides and toast them on the griddle face down for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  4. Add butter or oil to one side of the griddle and spread the onions evenly. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes until caramelized and golden brown.
  5. Form the ground beef into loose balls about 4 ounces each.
  6. Place one beef ball on the hot, clean side of the griddle and press down firmly with a metal spatula to smash into a thin patty about 1/4 inch thick. Hold pressure for 10 seconds.
  7. Season the patty immediately with salt and pepper.
  8. Cook the patty for 2-3 minutes without moving it until edges are crispy and juices bubble on top.
  9. Flip the patty carefully and place a slice of cheese on top. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and patty is cooked through.
  10. Assemble the burger by placing the cheesy patty on the toasted bun bottom, topping with caramelized onions and any other desired toppings, then finishing with the top bun.
  11. Repeat the smashing and cooking process for remaining patties, scraping the griddle clean if needed between batches.

Notes

Use 80/20 ground beef for best juiciness and crispy crust. Avoid pressing the patty after the initial smash to prevent dryness. Keep an eye on onions to avoid burning by moving them to a cooler side if needed. Toast buns lightly on the griddle for extra flavor. For gluten-free, swap buns; for dairy-free, omit cheese or use plant-based cheese.

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Keywords: smash burger, Blackstone griddle, crispy burger, caramelized onions, cheese burger, easy burger recipe, homemade burger

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