Ultimate Smash Burgers Onions (Print Format)

Griddled smash burgers paired with sweet onions, special sauce, and pickles for a craveable handheld meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Burger Patties

01 - 1½ pounds 80/20 ground beef, formed into loose 3-4 oz balls
02 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
03 - 4 slices American cheese or cheddar

→ Buns and Toppings

04 - 4 brioche or potato burger buns
05 - Dill pickle slices
06 - 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced

→ Caramelized Onions

07 - 1 tablespoon butter
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
10 - 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze
11 - Pinch of salt

→ Burger Sauce

12 - ½ cup mayonnaise
13 - 2 tablespoons ketchup
14 - 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
15 - 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
16 - 1 teaspoon paprika
17 - Dash of hot sauce (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Heat butter and olive oil on griddle over medium heat. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt, then cook for 10-15 minutes until golden. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and balsamic glaze, then cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
02 - Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, dill pickle juice, paprika, and hot sauce (if using) in a bowl. Mix until smooth, then refrigerate until needed.
03 - Preheat griddle to 450-500°F. Form ground beef into loose 3-4 oz balls without compacting.
04 - Place beef balls on the hot griddle and smash immediately with firm pressure. Season with salt and black pepper, then cook for 1½-2 minutes until edges are crispy.
05 - Flip patties, add cheese slices on top, and cook for 1 more minute. Toast the burger buns cut-side down on the griddle until golden.
06 - To assemble, place pickles on the bottom bun, followed by a cheesy beef patty, caramelized onions, and a generous spread of burger sauce on the top bun. Serve immediately.

# Tips:

01 - Smash burgers cook quickly due to their thinness; make sure the griddle is hot for crispy, caramelized edges.