Best Grilled Hamburger Recipe

Why You Should Make This Recipe

I use this recipe every single time I make burgers. My husband could eat hamburgers every day of the week and not get tired of them. This is always my go-to recipe for the best, juiciest burgers on the grill or the stovetop.

• Easy to make with simple ingredients.
• Juicy and flavorful every time.
• Perfect for backyard cookouts, 4th of July, Memorial Day, and summer grilling.
• Family-approved recipe everyone loves.

Ingredients Needed for The Best Grilled Hamburgers

You just need a handful of pantry ingredients to make grilled hamburgers.

Ground Beef— I like an 80/20 beef to fat. You will want to skip the extra-lean meat and use some with a bit of fat to make an excellent, juicy burger.

Lipton Onion Soup Mix— Wonderful seasonings in a little package.

Diced Onions: Onions are used in this recipe not just for flavor but for moisture. Onions release water/moisture as they cook, resulting in a juicy burger.

Quick Cooking Oats: Yep, you read that correctly. Quick oats are my secret ingredient in this burger recipe. I like to use oats instead of bread crumbs as a binder.

Egg– Just one egg is needed in the mix.

Worcestershire Sauce: You know it’s flavored well when you add a few dashes of this sauce to the mix. Add as much as you desire. 

Recipe Variations

• Mushroom Swiss Burger: Top the cooked hamburger patties with sauteed mushrooms and Swiss cheese.
• Jalapeno Burger: Add diced jalapenos to the meat mixture before grilling.
• Bacon Cheeseburgers: Add cooked bacon and Cheddar cheese slices to the top of each burger.

How to Make Juicy Grilled Hamburgers

For the complete Hamburger Recipe on the Grill, see the printable recipe card below.

Step 1: In a large bowl, mix all ingredients.

Step 2: Divide the meat into 6-8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball. Flatten into a 1″ patty, making an indentation in the center.

Step 3: Grill the patties for 4-6 minutes per side (or longer) until they reach your desired doneness. The time depends on your cooking method, the size of the patties, the grill heat, and the type of grill you are using. Note: Do not press the burgers as you flip them. 

Step 4: Serve with your favorite toppings on soft burger buns.

Grill Temperature for Burgers

Most of the time, I use a gas grill for my burgers. I like to grill on medium heat, around 350-400 degrees. Be sure to preheat your grill before adding the burgers. Hamburgers should be cooked to a safe internal temperature of 160 degrees. This will result in a medium-well burger. I like mine slightly pink in the center; cook until it reaches a safe and desired temperature.

Burger Toppings

The toppings are endless, and the likes are up to you. Pile them as high as you want. Some of my choices might be: Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Bacon, Lettuce, Onions, Pickles, Jalapenos, and Tomatoes. Let’s not forget cheese for the ultimate cheeseburger.

Expert Tips for Making a Juicy Burger

• Use cold ground beef for easier handling.
• Make patties slightly larger than the buns since they will shrink during cooking.
• Create an indentation in the center of each burger to help them cook evenly.
• Allow burgers to rest for 3 to 5 minutes after grilling. Use a meat thermometer for best results.

Storage Tips

Store all leftover hamburgers in the refrigerator. They will keep for 3-5 days in an airtight container.