This is the best gluten-free burgers recipe! Better than any burger restaurant or fast food burger, these gluten-free hamburgers are so juicy, tender, and full of flavour. You are also going to love how easy they are to make!
It's grilling season which means it's time for delicious food like grilled salt and pepper chicken wings, healthy potato salad, and of course, burgers! I can't wait for you to try the gluten-free burger recipe I am sharing today. It is one of my all time favourites!
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Why you will love this recipe:
- These are the best gluten-free burgers! These homemade burgers are so juicy and tender and are loaded with flavour.
- They are quick and easy to make and only take a few minutes to assemble, just like my gluten-free duck burgers.
- Besides being gluten-free these healthy burgers are paleo, dairy-free, keto, low carb and can be made Whole30 compliant.
- You can make these gluten-free burgers any way you prefer - I've included grilling, air fryer and pan frying instructions.
If you love ground meat recipes you will also want to try air fryer gluten free turkey burgers and the best gluten-free meatloaf recipe.
Ingredients and substitutions:
For the full ingredients list and exact measurements refer to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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- Ground beef - I recommend using lean ground beef for making these gluten-free burgers.
- Onion - chopped white onion adds both flavour and texture to this burger recipe. You could use a yellow or red onion instead to change up the flavour.
- Ketchup - ketchup is used to give these gluten-free burgers flavour and moisture. You could also swap the ketchup for your favourite bbq sauce. Just be sure whichever you choose is gluten-free.
- Coconut aminos - you could also use another gluten-free soy sauce replacement or gluten free tamari.
- Almond flour - this is used as the binder in these gluten-free burgers. I don't recommend using almond meal, as the texture is more gritty.
- Eggs - to add moisture and help bind the burger patties together. I do not recommend trying to make these burgers without the eggs.
Recipe variations and add ins:
- To make these burgers paleo: use a paleo friendly ketchup or bbq sauce and coconut aminos.
- To make these burgers Whole30 compliant: use a Whole30 ketchup or Whole30 bbq sauce and coconut aminos.
- Feel free to add other spices such as onion powder or mustard powder to give these gluten-free burgers even more flavour.
- Instead of almond flour you could use gluten-free breadcrumbs or finely crushed gluten-free crackers to bind these burgers.
How to make gluten-free burgers:
- Step 1: Place all of the ingredients in a large bowl.
- Step 2: Using your hands, mix everything until the ingredients are combined.
- Step 3: Form the meat mix into eight patties about 1-1 1/2 inches thick. Use your thumb to make an indent in the centre of each one. Place the patties on a parchment paper-lined plate and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Step 4: Heat your grill to medium heat and cook the burgers for 3-4 minutes per side, until the desired internal temperature has been reached and the meat is no longer pink. Then serve on a gluten-free bun with your favourite condiments and enjoy!
Other ways to cook these gluten-free burgers:
- To pan fry: add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil to a pan on medium heat. Once the oil is melted add the burger patties. Then cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side, until the desired internal temperature has been reached.
- To air fry: preheat your air fryer to 370 degrees Fahrenheit. Then add the burger patties to the basket or tray of your air fryer and cook them for 10-13 minutes, flipping the patties half way through, until they reach the internal temperature you prefer.
Top tips:
- Mixing the meat with your hands works better than mixing with a spoon.
- Be sure to put a thumb indent into the centre of each patty - this helps the patties stay together when they cook.
- Make sure you finely chop the onions. If the onion pieces are too big the burgers won't hold together as well.
- Note that this recipe is for well-done burgers as it is unsafe to eat raw or undercooked ground beef. To make sure your burgers are fully cooked the internal temperature of your burgers should be 160°F and there should be no pink in the middle. If they aren't quite done when you check them, add an additional minute or two of cooking time.
- Top these gluten-free burgers with your favourite condiments and toppings such as ketchup, mustard, low sugar bbq sauce, bacon, caramelized onions, relish or sugar free mayonnaise. I love pairing them with French fries, air fryer crispy sweet potato fries, gluten free broccoli salad or coleslaw.
- Store any leftover cooked hamburgers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Gluten-free burgers FAQ:
McDonalds beef patties, grilled chicken patties and fries do not contain gluten. However, McDonalds does not guarantee that any of their products are gluten free as cross contamination between food items can occur.
Whether a burger is gluten-free will depend on the ingredients it's made with. All beef patties are naturally gluten-free, but many burgers are made with added ingredients such as fillers or binders that are not gluten-free, so be sure you read labels carefully.
Yes this burger recipe is low carb and keto.
I do not recommend omitting the eggs as they help bind the burger patties together and prevent them from falling apart when they cook.
Yes! Freeze the uncooked patties in an airtight freezer bag with layers separated by parchment paper. When you are ready to eat them, defrost the burgers overnight in the fridge and then cook them the way you prefer.
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Recipe
Gluten-Free Burgers
Equipment
- Large bowl
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup finely chopped white onion
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup ketchup (or bbq sauce)
- 2 tablespoon coconut aminos (or a gluten-free soy sauce)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (more or less to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (more or less to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (more or less to taste)
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a bowl and using your hands, mix until the ingredients are combined.
- Form the meat into eight patties about 1-1 1/2 inches thick. Use your thumb to make an indent in the centre of each one. This helps them stay together when you cook them.
- Put the patties on a parchment-lined plate and refrigerate for ~30 minutes.
To grill
- Heat your grill to medium heat. Cook the burgers for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the desired internal temperature has been reached.
To pan fry
- Add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil to a pan on medium heat. Once the oil is melted add the burger patties.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until the desired internal temperature has been reached.
To air fry
- Preheat your air fryer to 370F. Place the patties on your air fryer trays or in the basket and cook for 10-13 minutes, flipping half way through, until the desired internal temperature has been reached.
Notes
- Nutritional values are an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients used.
- Be sure to put a thumb indent into the middle of each patty - this helps the patties stay together when they cook.
Gina
Best burger I ever ate or made. Gf and perfect entire family happy! New family favourite recipe.
Erin Carter
Oh that makes me so happy to hear! Thanks for letting me know.
Tracy
My 17 year old son isn’t a fan of burgers, even before his celiac diagnosis. Well tonight that all changed. He ate every bite and said “THIS is a GOOD burger!” High praise from him, a picky eater who’s generally not into food in general. Served on Udi’s gluten free bun. THANK YOU for the amazing recipe. We’ll finally be making burgers more often.
Erin Carter
Oh this makes me so happy to hear! Thanks so much for letting me know!