Servings 2 to 4 servings (depending on if you stack one or two patties)
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 brioche buns
- Homemade Burger Sauce
- Assorted burger toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles
Instructions
- Divide the ground beef into four equal portions then shape each portion into a ball.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat then add the oil. Once the oil is hot, add one ground beef ball and use a grill press (or the bottom of a smaller skillet or spatula) to flatten the beef until the patty is 1/2-inch thick. Season the patty with salt and pepper then cook it until the beef naturally releases from the pan and is caramelized, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Flip the burger once then add the cheese and continue cooking until the cheese is melted and the beef reaches your desired doneness. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining beef balls.
- Halve and toast the buns then spread them with burger sauce. Arrange one or two patties on the bottom halves of the buns then layer assorted burger toppings followed by the top bun. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Bun tip: I love using brioche buns or my homemade burger buns. For best results, toast them cut-side down in a dry skillet to prevent sogginess and add extra flavor.
- Don’t skip the burger sauce! It makes every bite restaurant-worthy.
- Want a double? Each beef ball makes a thin, crispy patty—feel free to stack two for a true diner-style double!
- Make-ahead tip: Shape the beef into balls and store them, covered, in the fridge for up to 2 days. Just don’t smash them until they hit the hot pan.
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