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Flavorful Blackstone Smash Burgers Recipe with Creamy Special Sauce

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Juicy, crispy smash burgers cooked on a Blackstone griddle with a tangy, creamy special sauce. Quick and easy to make, perfect for casual gatherings and crowd-pleasers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 soft hamburger buns (brioche or potato buns recommended)
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • Dill pickle slices
  • Butter, softened (for toasting buns)
  • Special Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (Hellmann’s or Duke’s recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill pickles or relish
  • 1 teaspoon pickle juice (optional)
  • Pinch of garlic powder
  • Pinch of smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Make the Special Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, chopped pickles, pickle juice, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Taste and adjust seasoning. Cover and refrigerate while you prepare the burgers (about 5 minutes).
  2. Preheat Your Blackstone Griddle: Turn it on medium-high heat (around 375°F or 190°C). Let it heat for at least 10 minutes until it’s evenly hot and ready to deliver that sear.
  3. Prepare the Beef: Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions (about 4 ounces or 113 g each). Roll each portion loosely into a ball without packing tightly.
  4. Toast the Buns: Spread softened butter on the cut sides of the buns. Place them on the griddle for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  5. Cook the Onions: Add a little oil to the griddle if needed, then cook thinly sliced onions until soft and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and keep warm.
  6. Smash and Sear the Patties: Place each beef ball on the hot griddle. Using your spatula, press down firmly to flatten the patty to about 1/4 inch thick. Let cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until the edges are brown and crispy.
  7. Flip and Add Cheese: Carefully flip each patty. Immediately top with a slice of American cheese. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and the burger is cooked through but still juicy.
  8. Assemble the Burgers: Spread the creamy special sauce on both bun halves. Place the patty on the bottom bun, add caramelized onions and pickles, then top with the bun crown.
  9. Serve Warm: Enjoy immediately while patties are hot and buns are slightly crisp.

Notes

Use cold ground beef and handle gently to keep patties juicy. Preheat griddle well for a crispy crust. Don’t over-smash the patties to avoid dry texture. Let patties cook undisturbed to form a crust before flipping. The special sauce tastes better after resting in the fridge for a few hours or overnight. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet to preserve crust.

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