Hamburgers in the Oven
The ultimate comfort food, Hamburgers in the Oven are juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make! Enjoy them fresh out of the oven, stacked high with your favorite toppings for an easy weeknight dinner that everyone will love.
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef (I use 93% lean)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (omit if using 85% lean)
- 1 batch Hamburger Seasoning
- 1 batch Homemade Hamburger Buns
- to taste Toppings of choice: cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, ketchup, mustard etc.
Instructions
- First, position racks in the upper and lower thirds of your oven and preheat to 400°F. This ensures even cooking and a great sear on the burgers.
- Next, line two baking sheets with parchment paper. This will prevent the burgers from sticking and make for easy clean-up later on.
- In a medium bowl, place the ground beef. This is where the magic begins! Make sure it's at room temperature for even mixing.
- Add the extra virgin olive oil and Hamburger Seasoning to the bowl. If you’re using 85% lean ground beef, the olive oil will help keep the burgers juicy.
- Using your hands, gently combine the ingredients. Avoid overmixing, as this can lead to tough burgers.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 1/2-inch thick. Be sure to make them equal in size for uniform cooking.
- Divide the patties between the two baking sheets, leaving plenty of space between each. It’s important not to overcrowd the sheets; aim for no more than four patties per sheet.
- Now it’s time to bake! Place the sheets in the oven and bake until the burgers register 140°F to 145°F for medium, which should take about 8 to 10 minutes. Halfway through, switch the pans’ positions to ensure even cooking.
- If you’d like to add cheese, place it on top of the patties halfway through cooking. Let it melt beautifully.
- Once done, transfer the burgers to a plate and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps retain their juices.
- Finally, serve your Hamburgers in the Oven on homemade hamburger buns with all your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Notes
Store leftover hamburger patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
You can freeze cooked burger patties for up to three months. Place them in an airtight container or freezer bag, thaw them in the refrigerator, then reheat in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until warmed through.