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Crispy Blackstone Griddle Smash Burgers Recipe with Easy Special Sauce and Cheese

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This recipe delivers crispy, caramelized smash burgers cooked on a Blackstone griddle with melty cheese and a tangy special sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef, 80/20 blend
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese (or your favorite melting cheese)
  • 4 soft burger buns, lightly toasted
  • Butter or oil, for toasting buns
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp pickle juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional toppings: sliced dill pickles, shredded lettuce, thinly sliced red onion, tomato slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Special Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp ketchup, 1 tbsp yellow mustard, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp pickle juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use (at least 10 minutes).
  2. Preheat Your Blackstone Griddle: Heat your griddle over medium-high heat (around 375°F / 190°C). It’s ready when a drop of water sizzles and evaporates immediately. Lightly oil the surface if necessary.
  3. Form the Beef Balls: Divide the 1 lb ground beef into 4 equal portions and loosely roll each into a ball—don’t overwork the meat.
  4. Toast the Buns: Lightly butter the insides of your burger buns. Place them on the griddle, cut side down, and toast until golden brown (about 1-2 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  5. Smash the Burgers: Place each beef ball on the hot griddle. Using a sturdy, flat spatula or heavy press, smash each ball down firmly to about ¼ inch thickness. Season immediately with salt and pepper.
  6. Cook the Patties: Let the patties cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until edges are deeply browned and crispy. Flip once, place a slice of cheese on each patty, and cook another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and patties reach desired doneness.
  7. Assemble the Burgers: Spread a generous layer of special sauce on the bottom buns. Add the cheesy patties, then top with pickles, lettuce, onions, and tomato slices if desired. Cap with the toasted top buns.
  8. Serve Immediately: Enjoy hot off the griddle while the cheese is melty and edges are crispy.

Notes

Use cold beef for juicier patties. Season immediately after smashing to form a savory crust. Avoid pressing patties after the initial smash to retain juices. Keep griddle hot and avoid overcrowding. Toast buns lightly to prevent sogginess. Special sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for deeper flavor. For gluten-free option, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps.

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