Croissant Smash Burgers
This savory culinary mashup combines the rich, buttery flakiness of a French pastry with the savory, caramelized crust of a diner-style beef patty for the ultimate comfort food experience. Perfect for a quick, gourmet weeknight dinner!
Servings 4 burgers
Calories 700kcal
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet or Flat-top Griddle
- Burger Press or Heavy Spatula
Ingredients
The Burger
- 16 oz 80/20 Ground Beef Divided into four 4-ounce balls
- 4 Fresh Bakery Croissants Sliced in half horizontally
- 4 slices Cheese American, Sharp Cheddar, or Pepper Jack
- 2 tbsp Garlic Butter For toasting buns
Toppings
- 4 tbsp Kewpie Mayo or Special Sauce
- 1 cup Pickles Sliced
- 4 leaves Lettuce Optional but recommended for moisture barrier
- 1 pinch Salt and Pepper To taste
Instructions
- Slice the croissants in half and brush the interior with garlic butter. Lightly toast in a pan or on a griddle until golden brown and set aside.
- Divide the 80/20 ground beef into loosely packed balls (approximately 3-4 ounces each), being careful not to overwork the meat.
- Preheat a cast iron skillet or flat-top griddle to high heat (If using a Blackstone or outdoor griddle, preheat to 450°F).
- Place a beef ball on the hot surface and immediately use a burger press or heavy spatula to smash it down into a very thin patty.
- Season the meat generously with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges are dark, crispy, and caramelized (Maillard reaction).
- Flip the patty and immediately place a slice of cheese on top to melt.
- Assemble the burger by spreading special sauce on the bottom croissant, adding a lettuce leaf to prevent sogginess, placing the patty on top, and finishing with pickles and the top croissant.
Notes
Nutritional Information :
Calories: 700 | Protein: 30g | Carbohydrates: 28g | Fat: 52g | Sodium: 850mg