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Juicy Grilled Blackstone Smash Burgers Recipe with Easy Special Sauce

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This recipe delivers juicy smash burgers with crispy caramelized edges and a tangy, creamy special sauce, perfect for backyard cookouts or quick weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef, 80/20 blend
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 hamburger buns, preferably brioche or potato buns
  • Butter, softened
  • American cheese slices (optional)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: thinly sliced red onions, pickles, leaf lettuce or shredded iceberg, tomato slices

Instructions

  1. Preheat your Blackstone griddle on medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C) for 5-7 minutes until hot.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate to let flavors meld.
  3. Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions (about 4 oz each) and gently roll into loose balls without overworking.
  4. Butter the cut sides of the buns and toast them butter-side down on the griddle for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Place each beef ball on the griddle and press firmly with a spatula or burger press to form thin patties about ¼ inch thick. Hold pressure for 10-15 seconds.
  6. Season patties generously with salt and pepper. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until edges are crispy and browned.
  7. Flip patties carefully, add a slice of American cheese immediately, and cook another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and burger is cooked to medium rare or medium.
  8. Assemble burgers by spreading special sauce on toasted bun bottoms, adding the patty, then desired toppings, and topping with the bun.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy hot off the griddle.

Notes

Do not overwork the meat to keep burgers tender. Smash patties once firmly and hold pressure for 10-15 seconds. Season just before cooking. Toast buns on the griddle with butter for best flavor. Avoid pressing patties after flipping to retain juiciness. If griddle smokes excessively, reduce heat slightly.

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Keywords: smash burgers, Blackstone griddle, grilled burgers, special sauce, easy burger recipe, backyard cookout, juicy burgers

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