Description
Discover the Ultimate Crispy Croissant Smash Burgers recipe that delivers juicy, flavorful beef patties sandwiched between buttery, flaky croissants with fresh lettuce, tomato, melted cheese, and your favorite condiments. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy skillet-cooked burger recipe offers a perfect blend of crispy texture and rich flavors for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Beef Patties
- 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20) (for juicy and flavorful patties)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (to enhance flavors)
- 1 teaspoon Pepper (freshly ground black)
Sandwich Components
- 4 Croissants (flaky and multi-layered)
- 2 tablespoons Butter (for toasting)
- 1 cup Lettuce (for crunch)
- 1 medium Tomato (sliced)
- 4 slices Cheese (your favorite type)
- To taste Condiments (ketchup, mustard, or aioli)
Instructions
- Prep the Croissants: Preheat your skillet for 5 minutes on medium heat. Slice each croissant in half horizontally and spread butter on the cut sides to prepare for toasting.
- Form Patties: Divide the ground beef into four equal portions (about 1/4 pound each). Gently shape each into a loose ball without overworking the meat to preserve tenderness.
- Cook Patties: Place the beef balls in the hot skillet. Using a spatula, firmly smash each ball down to create thin patties. Cook for approximately 3 minutes on one side until the edges are crispy and caramelized, then flip and cook another 3 minutes until cooked through and crispy on both sides.
- Toast Croissants: While patties cook, place the buttered croissant halves cut-side down on the skillet and toast until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble Burgers: Let the cooked patties rest briefly. On the toasted croissant bottoms, layer lettuce, tomato slices, the crispy beef patties, and cheese slices. Add condiments of your choice, then top with the croissant halves.
- Serve: Serve the burgers immediately while warm for the best combination of flavors and textures. Enjoy your ultimate crispy croissant smash burger experience!
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for optimal juiciness and flavor.
- Do not overwork the meat when forming patties to keep them tender.
- Smashing the patties thin helps create crispy edges and enhances flavor.
- Butter the croissants generously for a rich, golden toast.
- Feel free to substitute cheese with your preferred variety such as cheddar, Swiss, or American.
- Add your favorite condiments to customize the flavor profile.
- For extra flavor, consider adding pickles, onions, or sautéed mushrooms.
