How to Cook Juicy Burgers in the Oven

These easy oven-baked burgers use flavorful 80/20 ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, and pantry spices for a juicy dinner with very little cleanup. Bake the patties at 400°F until they reach a safe internal temperature, then finish with cheese and your favorite toppings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Burger Patties

1 lb (450 g) Ground beef, ideally 80/20
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp Kosher salt
1/2 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp Garlic powder
1/2 tsp Onion powder

To Serve

4 Hamburger buns

Optional Toppings

As desired Cheese slices, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and condiments

Method

Step-by-Step

Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment, and place a wire rack on top if available.
Gently mix the ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stop mixing as soon as the seasonings are distributed.
Divide the mixture into four portions of about 4 ounces (113 g) each. Shape each portion into a patty slightly wider than the buns, then press a shallow indentation into the center.
Place the patties on the wire rack or prepared baking sheet. Bake for about 15–20 minutes, depending on patty thickness and desired doneness.
Check the center of each burger with an instant-read thermometer and cook ground beef to 160°F (71°C) for food safety. Add cheese during the final 1–2 minutes if desired.
Remove the burgers from the oven and rest them for 3–5 minutes. Serve on toasted buns with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and your favorite condiments.

Notes

Use 80/20 ground beef for the juiciest texture. Do not overwork the meat, and always check the internal temperature rather than relying only on the clock. A wire rack helps hot air circulate and lets excess fat drain away.