Best Classic Burger (Gluten-Free) Recipe

Enjoy a juicy gluten-free burger made with 7 simple ingredients! Whether it’s a weeknight air fryer dinner or a weekend grilled meal, this Classic Burger (Gluten-Free) recipe is sure to be a family favorite!

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Are ground beef burgers gluten-free?

Ground beef is naturally gluten-free and is safe for those with celiac disease. Many preformed patties contain wheat so the best way to ensure your burgers are gluten-free is to make your own!

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Burger-making essentials:

• Glass mixing bowls
• Small prep bowls for measuring spices
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Kitchen scale for weighing burger meat.
• Burger press
• This is the air fryer that we use to cook our burgers. It has two baskets so I can make a side of fries at the same time!
• These Silikomart Silicone Classic pans are the ones I use to make my gluten-free sourdough hamburger buns. I’ve also used these large silicone molds and these hamburger bun pans with equal success!

Are panko breadcrumbs gluten-free?

Yes, if they are labeled gluten-free they are made with gluten-free bread. There are also non-gluten-free panko breadcrumbs made with wheat so check the label! Kikkoman Gluten-Free Panko Bread Crumbs Japanese-Style are my favorite.

Can oatmeal really be gluten-free?

Oats are gluten-free however, some Celiacs do react to them. If you’re using oatmeal in this Best Classic Burger (Gluten-Free) recipe, make sure it is labeled gluten-free or substitute it with gluten-free Panko breadcrumbs.

Best Classic Burger Recipe:

Making a tasty ground beef burger recipe gluten-free is easy! All you need is ground beef, ground pork, eggs, garlic, gluten-free oatmeal or gluten-free panko breadcrumbs, gluten-free Worcestershire, and onions.

• ground beef
• ground pork
• eggs
• minced garlic
• oatmeal (gluten-free) or panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free)
• Worcestershire (gluten-free)
• chopped onion
• salt
• black pepper

Adding ground pork to hamburger patties increases the fat content, ensuring juicy burgers that don’t dry out when cooked. Combining ground beef and ground pork with eggs, garlic, onions, and Worcestershire creates a flavorful and moist burger, perfect for grilling or air frying.

How are burgers gluten-free?

The burgers are easy to make when you use naturally gluten-free ingredients like ground beef, ground pork, eggs, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper.

All you have to ensure is that the oatmeal or panko breadcrumbs and the Worcestershire are labeled gluten-free. Here are some gluten-free options:

• Gluten-free Oatmeal: Quaker Gluten-Free Quick Oats, Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Rolled Oats, Splendor Garden Organic Gluten-Free Quick Rolled Oats, or Yupik Organic Regular Rolled Oat Gluten Free.
• Gluten-free Panko Breadcrumbs: Kikkoman Gluten-Free Panko Bread Crumbs, Japanese-Style are my favorite.
• Gluten-free Worcestershire: French’s – Worcestershire Sauce is the one I currently have in the fridge. I’ve also used The Wizard Gluten-Free Organic Vegan Worcestershire Sauce.

Burger Recipe Directions:

1. Gather all ingredients.
2. In a large bowl combine ground beef, ground pork, oatmeal, and eggs.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and mix until well combined.

4. Weigh out 4-5 oz (130 grams) balls using a kitchen scale.
5. Form balls into patties by hand or use a hamburger press. 

6. Air Fry patties at 400 degrees F for 8-10 minutes or barbeque over medium-high heat for 7-9 minutes flipping halfway. Cook until the internal temperature is 160 degrees F.
7. Serve with your favorite gluten-free buns and toppings, on a lettuce wrap, or with a salad.

This easy recipe makes 12 juicy burgers.

This is the best classic American hamburger recipe to make gluten-free because it is simple, quick, easy, and tastes delicious! Grilling the burgers gives them a bit of char that provides extra flavor.

Burger topping ideas:

• Vegan cheese (if dairy-free is desired)
• Sliced dill pickle
• Bacon
• Onions
• Spinach or lettuce
• Tomato
• Relish
• Mayonaise
• Ketchup
• Mustard

Gluten-free Substitutions:

Sometimes you won’t have all the gluten-free ingredients on hand that you need to make a recipe. Here are some simple substitutions for Best Classic Burger (Gluten-Free) ingredients. Always check the labels.

• Soy sauce (gluten-free) can be substituted for gluten-free Worcestershire. Kikkoman Gluten Free Soy Sauce works well.
• Panko Breadcrumbs (gluten-free) can be substituted for gluten-free oatmeal.
• Instead of chopping fresh garlic, use minced garlic in a jar or garlic powder. I use Kirkland Signature Minced California Garlic.

Tips & Tricks:

• To keep burgers tender and juicy – do not overmix the meat when making patties. A gentle mix is all that is needed.
• When grilling, do not move the burgers around – cook on one side for 3-4 minutes then flip and cook on the other side.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
• Raw hamburger patties can be frozen in a single layer on parchment paper or foil on a cookie sheet.
• When cooking frozen patties, allow more cooking time per side. Cook until the internal temperature is 160 degrees F.
• To keep this recipe dairy-free, top the burger with vegan cheese. I get the vegan cheese to melt on my hamburger patty by microwaving it on top of the burger for 20-30 seconds before putting it on the bun!

This burger caters to a gluten-free diet while still delivering the classic burger experience.