Reheat a burger in the air fryer to bring your leftovers to life. It’s simple yet efficient and will bring the quality of a restaurant to the comfort of your home!
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If you had a burger left over from dinner yesterday, you might be wondering the best way to reheat a burger and still enjoy a delicious, juicy beef patty.
Using the air fryer to reheat your burger not only saves you time but leaves you with a beef burger that tastes like it just came off the grill. It is such an easy way to give new life to a delicious meal.
Learning how to reheat a burger in the air fryer is so simple and convenient – anyone can do it! It can bring your leftovers back to life in ways a microwave never could.
Plus, you can easily customize your toppings and add-ons while the burger is reheating in the air fryer.
Whether it’s takeout or homemade, you can make the most of your leftovers and have them taste just as good as fresh with the help of an air fryer. Say goodbye to soggy, microwaved burgers and hello to crispy, juicy ones with this quick and easy reheating method.
How to Reheat a Burger in the Air Fryer
STEP ONE: Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F. You want it to be nice and hot before adding the food.
STEP TWO: Add your food to the air fryer basket and set the timer for 2-3 minutes. This short cooking time will warm burgers to perfection without overcooking them.
Tips for Reheating Burgers
- Don’t Crowd the Basket: Warm up a burger one at a time to maintain proper airflow.
- Consider Toppings: Remove delicate toppings like lettuce and tomato, reheat meat, then add them back later.
- Avoid Overcooking: Keep the time short, and don’t leave patties in for too long after the timer goes off. Otherwise, they’ll be tough and dry.
- Melting Cheese: When reheating a cheeseburger, make sure the cheese is on the top side of the burger for maximum melting. Additionally, place a liner in your air fryer basket for easy cleanup.
More Reheating Recipes
- Reheat Pizza in the Air Fryer
- How to Reheat Egg Rolls in the Air Fryer
- How to Reheat a Burrito in the Air Fryer
- Reheat Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer
- Reheat Steak in the Air Fryer
- Reheat Wings in the Air Fryer
Variations to Reheated Hamburgers
- Lettuce Wrap: Skip the bun altogether and wrap your reheated burger patty in lettuce leaves for a low-carb, keto-friendly choice.
- Easy Meal Prep: When you first make your ground beef patties, leave them slightly under where you like them to be cooked. When you reheat them for lunches, they’ll be just right in the center!
- Crispy Bun: If you want to take that Mcdonald’s burger to the next level, toast the bun separately for the real fast food experience without leaving the house!
Can I Use Aluminum Foil in the Air Fryer?
Yes, you can typically use aluminum foil in an air fryer if you follow a few guidelines. Keep foil away from the heating element and place it under the food so it doesn’t blow around inside the air fryer.
Also, avoid contact with acidic foods, which will break down the foil and transfer it to your food.
And always check your manual — some air fryers do not allow the use of foil.
What Is the Best Way to Reheat a Burger?
The best way to reheat a burger is in the air fryer!
Remove any toppings from takeout leftovers and store them in the fridge separately from the bun and patty. If your burgers are homemade, simply refrigerate the cooked patties in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Reheat the patty and both buns in the air fryer as long as they all fit in a single layer, not stacked. Then, add the toppings back on and dig in!
How Long Should I Reheat a Burger in the Air Fryer?
It takes about 2-3 minutes to reheat an average-sized burger in the air fryer. Larger burgers, like a quarter pounder, may need extra time to guarantee it’s heated through and safe to enjoy.
Always check the very center of the patty, either by touch or with a meat thermometer, to sure it’s hot in the center.
Can I Reheat a Burger In the Air Fryer More than Once?
Reheating a burger in the air fryer more than once is possible, but it may affect the quality of the burger.
Each time you reheat it, the burger can become drier and lose some of its original juiciness, especially if it’s from a fast food restaurant. It’s best to reheat it just once, ideally within a day or two of the initial cooking.
It’s also important to know that cooling and reheating food multiple times can cause food safety issues, so it’s not recommended!
What to Serve with Leftover Burgers
It’s always classic to pair a beef burger with fries and you can cook them in the air fryer right alongside the burgers!
You can choose from curly fries, crinkle fries, or waffle fries, frozen sweet potato fries, and even homemade french fries!
For a more filling side, try a Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad, potato salad, or this mac and cheese recipe made right in the air fryer.
Air Fryer burger Recipes to Try
- Air Fryer Hamburgers
- Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
- Beyond Burger in the Air Fryer
- Frozen Hamburgers in the Air Fryer
- Air Fryer Impossible Burgers
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How To Reheat A Burger In The Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 to 4 leftover burger patties beef, turkey, or plant based
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F. You want it to be nice and hot before adding the food.
- Add your food to the air fryer basket and set the timer for 2-3 minutes. This short cooking time will warm burgers to perfection without overcooking them.
Nutrition
This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently.
