Description
Croissant smash burgers combine juicy smashed beef patties, melty cheese, and flaky toasted croissants for an indulgent, elevated twist on a classic cheeseburger. Quick to make, rich in flavor, and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients
- 2 large croissants, sliced in half horizontally
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 4 slices cheese of choice (cheddar, American, or Swiss)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Slice croissants in half and set aside.
- Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions and gently roll into loose balls.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and add butter or oil.
- Place beef balls on the hot surface and smash flat using a spatula. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook until a crust forms on the bottom, then flip. Add a slice of cheese to each patty and cook until melted.
- While patties finish cooking, toast croissant halves cut-side down until golden.
- Assemble burgers: place two patties on the bottom half of each croissant, then top with the other half. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for the best flavor and texture.
- Toast croissants to help prevent sogginess and add texture.
- Customize with toppings like caramelized onions, mushrooms, lettuce, or tomato.
- Swap cheeses to match your flavor preferences—try pepper jack or smoked gouda.
- Store patties and croissants separately for best reheating results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (2 patties)
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 52g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
