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Name: Easy Blackstone Smash Burgers Recipe | Griddle Grill Perfection
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef (80/20 lean to fat ratio); Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 4 slices of sharp cheddar or American cheese; 4 brioche or hamburger buns; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for toasting buns; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 tablespoon yellow mustard; 1 teaspoon pickle juice or finely chopped pickles; Optional: Sliced white onion or smash-cooked onion; Optional: Pickles; Optional: Lettuce or tomato

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Easy Blackstone Smash Burgers Recipe | Griddle Grill Perfection

June 27, 2026

There's something magical about the sizzling sound that erupts as loose ground beef hits a piping hot Blackstone griddle. These Easy Smash Burgers are the ultimate cookout hero, delivering that irresistible lacy crust and a juicy, tender center that keeps everyone coming back for more. With just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes on the grill, you can recreate the magic of your favorite burger joint right in your backyard. No fancy equipment needed, just your trusty griddle and a spatula!

Easy Blackstone Smash Burgers Recipe | Griddle Grill Perfection

Whether you're a seasoned griddle master or just starting out with Blackstone Griddle Grill Recipes, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The key is to keep the beef balls loose and smash them hard so the edges get super crispy. Top with melty cheese, a quick homemade sauce, and your favorite fixings. In less than fifteen minutes, you'll be biting into the best Smash Burgers Blackstone style. Trust me, once you try these, you'll never go back to regular burgers!

Easy Blackstone Smash Burgers Recipe | Griddle Grill Perfection

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.8 (45 ratings)

⏱️ Prep: 10 mins 🍳 Cook: 8 mins 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Smash Burgers

1 pound ground beef (80/20 lean to fat ratio) Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 4 slices of sharp cheddar or American cheese 4 brioche or hamburger buns 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for toasting buns 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon ketchup 1 tablespoon yellow mustard 1 teaspoon pickle juice or finely chopped pickles Optional: Sliced white onion or smash-cooked onion Optional: Pickles Optional: Lettuce or tomato

Instructions

Preheat the Blackstone griddle: on high heat for at least five minutes.
Make the burger sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and pickle juice; set aside.
Form beef balls: Divide the ground beef into four equal portions, forming loose balls without pressing them tightly.
Toast the buns: Butter the cut sides of the buns and toast them on the griddle until golden brown; remove and set aside.
Smash and season the patties: Place the beef balls onto the hot griddle and immediately use a heavy spatula to press each one as flat as possible. Season generously with salt and pepper right after smashing.
Cook the patties: without disturbing for 2 to 3 minutes, until the edges are dark and lacy and the surface has cooked about halfway up.
Flip and top with cheese: Using a thin metal spatula, flip each patty. Immediately top with a slice of cheese and cook for another 60 to 90 seconds until the cheese melts.
Assemble the burgers: Spread burger sauce on the toasted bottom buns, stack the patties, add any desired toppings, and serve immediately.