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These Air fryer Impossible Burgers are perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, or when you need premade patties for your next barbecue. 

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Impossible Burgers are delicious if you are following a healthy plant-based diet. They are made from soy protein, coconut oil, and sunflower oil, so they look and taste very similar to ground beef hamburger patties. 

If you love burgers, check out these 5 must make burgers you can make in the air fryer.

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Making Frozen Impossible Burgers

Although Impossible Burgers are great plant based burgers, they are also good for meat eaters too! They are much lower in fat and have zero cholesterol. Plus, air frying them makes them a super easy meal with no prep time!

You can make frozen Impossible Burger Patties straight from the freezer too! No need to thaw first, which makes them an ideal quick dinner choice. 

Related recipes

  • Air Fryer Beyond Burger: Make these Beyond Burgers in the air fryer and this delicious plant based burger might turn into your favorite new quick and easy air fryer meal. 
  • Air Fryer Chicken Burgers: You won’t miss the beef that is in these juicy patties and will savor every single bite. 
  • Air Fryer Turkey Burgers: Using lean ground turkey and a little seasoning, this turkey burger is soon to be one of your new favorite recipes. 

Important Tip

Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.

Not sure what accessories you need or what recipes to start with as a beginner air fryer user? We’ve got you covered! Check out our most recommended air fryer accessories and our top beginner air fryer recipes.

Why You’re Going to Love This

  • It’s incredibly easy and fast to make, perfect for busy days.
  • The air fryer ensures a crispy exterior and juicy interior.
  • It’s a healthier alternative to traditional frying, with less oil needed.
Impossible burger patties in their packaging on a marble table.

Ingredients

  • Frozen Impossible Burgers: These plant-based patties are perfect if you are looking for a “meatless” meal. 
  • Cooking Spray: Non stick oil spray like olive oil, will help prevent the burgers from sticking to the basket, and will help them have a little crisp to their exterior. 
  • Seasonings: Salt, pepper, garlic powder, or whatever your favorite spices may be, to enhance the flavor of your burgers. 
  • Burger Buns: Choose your favorite type of buns, or bread, to pair with your plant-based burger.
  • Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, and Onion: Of course the traditional burger toppings will add extra flavors and crunch to every bite. Instead of traditional lettuce, top your burger with arugula, spinach, or kale, for extra crunchy textures. 
  • Ketchup, Mustard, Ranch Dressing, BBQ Sauce, Mayo, Hot Sauce, Slices of Cheese: Optional favorite burger toppings

How to Cook Frozen Impossible Burgers

First, preheat the air fryer to 380°F.  Once it’s preheated, spray the air fryer basket lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking. 

Place the frozen Impossible Burgers in the basket, in a single layer without overlapping. 

Uncooked impossible burger patties in the air fryer basket.

Air fry at 380 degrees F for 8-10 minutes, flipping the burgers halfway through cooking, until they are golden brown and warmed through. If burgers are thawed, total time air frying may be 1-3 minutes less.  

Once the burgers are done, remove from the air fryer and serve with a bun and your favorite burger toppings.  

Impossible patties in the air fryer basket after being cooked.

What to Serve with Frozen Impossible Burgers

These burgers are so easy to serve with a variety of sides.  Try serving them with these air fryer air fryer sweet potato friesair fryer onion ringsair fryer bacon wrapped asparagus, or air fryer corn on the cob

How to Store and Reheat

If you have leftovers, store burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. To reheat, return to the air fryer and air fry for 3-5 minutes until heated through. 

Because these burgers are frozen, you can cook just what you need, which should prevent leftovers. 

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Air Fryer Impossible Burgers are so easy to make and are a perfect plant based meal!

Impossible burger in a bun with traditional burger toppings on a small plate with fries.
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Servings: 4

Air Fryer Impossible Burgers

These juicy Air fryer Impossible Burgers are plant based, and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, or when you a ground beef substitute for your next barbecue. 
Prep: 2 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 12 minutes
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Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer

Ingredients 

  • 4 Impossible Burgers

Instructions 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 380°F. Spray the air fryer basket lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking. 
  • Place the frozen Impossible Burgers in the basket, in a single layer without overlapping. 
  • Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping the burgers halfway through cooking, until they are golden brown and warmed through. (If burgers are thawed, total time air frying may be 1-3 minutes less.)
  • Remove from the air fryer and serve with a bun and your favorite burger toppings.  

Notes

Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
Try different seasonings and sauces for a variety of fun flavors!

Nutrition

Serving: 1g, Calories: 230kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 19g, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Sodium: 370mg, Potassium: 670mg, Fiber: 5g, Calcium: 180mg, Iron: 4.2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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FAQs

Can I cook Impossible Burgers in the air fryer?
Yes. The air fryer cooks these burgers perfectly! Just be sure to flip them halfway through air frying so both sides cook evenly. 

Do I need to thaw the Impossible Burgers before cooking?
No, you can cook them directly from frozen! If you do thaw them first, lower the cooking time by a few minutes. 

What toppings go well with Impossible Burgers?
Classic toppings like lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and your favorite sauces always go well with these burgers.  For variety, try avocado slices, onion rings, sautéed mushrooms, vegan cheese, or a different cheese like gouda or Swiss. 

Becky Abbott

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