Air Fryer Ricotta Filled Hamburgers
Air-fried juicy burgers stuffed with creamy ricotta cheese and Parmesan, offering a tender, flavorful bite perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
- 1 mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¾ cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional
- salt and pepper to taste
- 4 burger buns
- lettuce tomato, onion, pickles (optional)
- mayo ketchup, mustard, aioli (optional)
Instructions
- Combine ricotta, Parmesan, parsley if using, and salt and pepper in a bowl; mix until smooth and set aside.
- Divide ground beef into 8 equal portions and flatten each into thin patties.
- Place ricotta filling on 4 patties, leaving edges clear, then top each with another patty; pinch edges to seal.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place stuffed burgers in the air fryer basket in a single layer and air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked and browned.
- Optionally, toast buns in the air fryer for 1–2 minutes before assembling the burgers.
- Serve burgers on buns with favorite toppings and sauces while hot.
Notes
- Avoid overworking the beef to keep burgers tender.
- Swap mozzarella or goat cheese for ricotta for different flavors.
- Add chili flakes or paprika to ricotta for spice.
- Assemble and refrigerate patties up to 4 hours ahead.