IMPOSSIBLE BURGER AIR FRYER – 7 IRRESISTIBLE TIPS FOR PERFECT RESULTS
Juicy, crispy, and full of flavor—this Impossible Burger air fryer recipe gives you restaurant-quality plant-based burgers at home in just minutes! Quick, healthy, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- airfryer
- Tongs or spatula
- meat thermometer (optional but recommended)
Ingredients
- 2 Impossible Burger patties fresh or frozen
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder or onion powder optional
- Cooking spray or avocado oil light spray for crispiness
- 2 burger buns brioche, pretzel, or sesame
- Optional toppings: lettuce tomato, onion, pickles, vegan mayo, ketchup, cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer – Set to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
- Season Patties – Sprinkle both sides with salt, pepper, and optional seasonings.
- Arrange in Basket – Place patties in a single layer, leaving space between.
- Cook –
- Fresh patties: 8–10 minutes (flip halfway).
- Frozen patties: 12–15 minutes (flip halfway).
- Check Doneness – Internal temp should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Cheese Option – Add cheese at the last minute for a gooey melt.
- Assemble & Serve – Place patties in buns, add toppings, and enjoy hot.
- Juicy Impossible Burger in air fryer basket, ready to be served
Notes
💡 Notes & Tips
- Don’t overcrowd the basket—air needs to circulate for a crispy outside.
- Rest patties 2–3 minutes after cooking for juicier results.
- Add smoked paprika for a BBQ-style flavor.
- For low-carb, wrap in lettuce leaves instead of buns.
- Classic: Lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and ketchup.
- Spicy: Jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, sriracha mayo.
- Gourmet: Caramelized onions, Swiss cheese, truffle aioli.
- Mediterranean: Feta, cucumber, hummus.
- Store: Refrigerate cooked patties in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Cooked patties can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 2–3 minutes (restores crispiness).