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Crispy Blackstone Griddle Smash Burgers Easy Recipe with Special Sauce

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These Crispy Blackstone Griddle Smash Burgers feature a crunchy caramelized crust with a juicy interior, topped with a tangy, creamy special sauce. Perfect for quick, satisfying cookouts or casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 4 soft burger buns (brioche or potato rolls recommended)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon pickle relish (sweet or dill)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Few dashes hot sauce (optional)
  • Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, thinly sliced red onions, pickles

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Blackstone Griddle to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 204°C) and let it warm up for 5-7 minutes until hot enough to sizzle water drops instantly.
  2. While the griddle heats, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, pickle relish, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, and a few dashes of hot sauce in a bowl. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use (about 5 minutes).
  3. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal balls, about 4 ounces (113 grams) each. Form loosely to keep burgers tender.
  4. Brush the griddle lightly with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
  5. Place one beef ball on the griddle and immediately press down with a spatula, smashing it flat to about ¼-inch thickness. Hold pressure for about 10 seconds to create a crispy crust. Repeat with remaining patties, spacing them out.
  6. Sprinkle each smashed patty with salt and black pepper right after smashing.
  7. Let the patties cook without moving for about 2-3 minutes until edges are dark brown and crispy and juices bubble on top.
  8. Flip each patty carefully, then immediately place a slice of American cheese on top. Cook another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and patties reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
  9. While cheese melts, place buns cut side down on the griddle and toast lightly for 30-60 seconds until golden.
  10. Spread a generous amount of special sauce on both bun halves. Add the cheesy patty and your choice of optional toppings like lettuce or pickles.
  11. Serve immediately for best crispiness and juiciness.

Notes

Do not press the patties after flipping or during cooking to keep them juicy. Smashing the burger immediately upon contact with the griddle is key for a crispy crust. Keep a spray bottle of water handy to control flare-ups if using an open flame griddle. For dairy-free, use vegan mayo and cheese substitutes. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps.

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