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How to Cook Frozen Hamburger Patties in the Oven

Published: Jan 14, 2023 · Modified: Apr 12, 2025 by Debra Clark · 17 Comments

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Skip the drive through and make your own amazing, flavorful burgers piping hot straight from the oven. Cooking frozen hamburger patties is the perfect to feed a crowd or an easy. weeknight meal!

How to Cook Frozen Hamburger Patties in the Oven, loaded burger with bite taken out.
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Why you'll love this recipe   

✔️ No grill? No problem! Make tasty burgers right from your oven.

✔️ Skip the drive-through will save you money too!

✔️ No more getting the order wrong when you make your own, love that!

Ingredients

Ingredients for oven baked hamburger patties, with print overlay.

For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

  • frozen hamburger patties
  • Montreal Steak Seasoning
  • melty American cheese - Monterey Jack and pepper jack are fantastic on a burger. Provolone or smoked gouda would be amazing as well.
  • for this I just used plain, old fashioned burger buns because it fit the size of frozen hamburgers perfectly!
Quarter Pounder Hamburger with bite taken out. Burger is loaded with cheese, lettuce and tomato.
4.85 from 13 votes

How to Cook Frozen Hamburger Patties in the Oven

Perfect for a busy weeknight meal, these easy-to-make burgers are game changer for your burger-loving family!
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Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
cheese melting2 minutes mins
Total Time27 minutes mins
Course: Lunch or Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 430kcal
Author: Deb Clark

Ingredients

  • 6 frozen hamburger patties
  • 1 ½ teaspoon Montreal Steak Seasoning
  • 6 slices American cheese
  • 6 burger buns
  • Your favorite fixings - burger buns, sliced tomatoes, sliced onions, lettuce, mayonnaise, ketchup or barbecue sauce.

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Line baking sheet with foil. Spray baking rack with nonstick coating.
  • Remove your frozen burger patties from the plastic packaging.
  • Using a metal spatula, split the patties apart from each other.
  • Place burgers on metal cooking rack. Spritz with cooking spray. Season with Montreal steak seasoning.
  • Place in oven for 20 minutes. Flipping patties halfway through cooking time, season side two. Return to oven.
  • Top the cooked hamburgers with cheese slices for the last two minutes.
  • Remove and build your burgers!

Notes

Storage

Cooked burgers can be stored in an airtight container in the refridgerator for up to three days. You can also freeze them for up to three months. Let the burgers thaw before reheating. To reheat, cook in a skillet over medium-high heat until heated through.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 430kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 647mg | Potassium: 388mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 212IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 294mg | Iron: 4mg

    Instructions 

    Step by step instructions to bake frozen burger patties. With print overlay.

    This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete detailed instructions scroll down to the bottom!

    1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Line baking sheet with foil. Spray baking rack with nonstick coating.
    2. Remove your frozen burger patties from the plastic packaging.
    3. Spritz with cooking spray, sprinkle with seasoning. Place frozen patties on metal wire rack.
    4. Place rack in oven for 20 minutes. Flip halfway through cooking, season side two, return to oven.
    5. Top with cheese for the last two minutes of cooking.

    FAQ's

    How long is frozen hamburger good for?

    Frozen ground beef patties should be used within 4 months.

    Can you cook burgers straight from frozen?

    Yes, in fact you do not want the burgers to thaw. Bake them straight from the freezer.

    How do you season frozen hamburger patties?

    You can add flavor to frozen hamburger with simple seasonings like salt and pepper, season-all or Montreal steak seasoning.

    Can you grill frozen hamburger patties

    Yes, a gas grill is the best option when grilling frozen burgers, because it cooks more evenly. You can use a charcoal grill, but test the internal temperature with an instant read thermometer to make sure it's 160 degrees.

    Can they be cooked in a frying pan?

    Yes but the texture is better when cooked in the oven.

    How long does it take to cook burgers from frozen?

    It takes about 20 minutes to cook burgers from frozen.

    Do you have to flip the burgers?

    Yes, you'll flip the burgers. It improves the flavor and texture.

    Tips

    • If the burgers are frozen together, use a metal spatula to split the patties apart.
    • Line the baking sheet, it will make clean up a ton easier!
    • Not sure if the burgers are done? Use a meat thermometer. When done, the internal temperature should be 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • If you want to add cheese, do it during the last minute of cooking for a gooey, melted cheese topping.
    • The cooking spray on the outside of the patties is to help the seasonings stick to your meat patties so don't skip this part.
    • Serve on a bun with your favorite toppings! Lettuce, tomatoes, onions and pickles are always a great start. Try adding avocado, bacon or jalapeno peppers for extra flavor.
    Loaded Cheeseburger on plate with pickles on the side.

    Variations

    • Hatch green chiles would be amazing sandwiched between a couple of patties!
    • Slices of crispy bacon? YUM! It does make everything better!
    • Add a smear of your favorite smashburger sauce, it makes the best burger!
    • Don't have any hamburger buns? Try wrapping your juicy burger in a large piece of lettuce for a fun and easy way to eat your burger.

    Related recipes

    I do love a great sandwich and there are several on the blog!

    • Air Fryer Burgers - this perfect burger has all the flavor no grill needed!
    • Turkey Burgers get a bad wrap, but let me tell you, the flavor of this burger is incredible, so moist and tender. Juicy burgers every time! Be sure to try it and tell me what you think!
    • Easy to make this Roast Beef Rollups Recipe is a great make ahead sandwich!
    • This BBQ Tri Tip Recipe makes juicy, tender steak every time!
    • This recipe for a Kimchi Burger uses a combination of beef and pork. It's topped with a big helping of kimchi and melty cheese. This recipe works, let me tell you!
    • Prefer Veggie Burgers? Gotcha covered there as well with these super yummy Nut Burgers. Enjoy!

    Serve with

    • I know this is "technically" a smoothie .... but what really is a smoothie? It's a milkshake! Or make a Banana Milkshake - epic, let me tell you!
    • Every great burger needs a yummy side - hands down my favorite has always been Mom's recipe for Deviled Egg Potato Salad!
    • Prefer pasta salad? Then be sure to serve the Macaroni Pasta Salad. Everyone will have a second helping!
    • Sweet Potato Wedges or Sweet Potato French Fries dipped in campfire sauce? YUM!

    Dinner doesn’t have to be complicated—frozen hamburger patties + a hot oven = easy, tasty, and totally doable! Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just need a quick weeknight meal, this method is a total time-saver. AND it's more affordable.

    If you give it a try, let me know how it worked for you! Leave a comment below with a five-star rating, and if you snap a photo, tag me on Instagram @bowl_me_over—I’d love to see what’s cookin’ in your kitchen!

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    Hey I'm Deb Clark, and I'm the owner of Bowl Me Over! We live in the sleepy little town of Scappoose, Oregon. And I admit it... I love food! Join me in this foodie journey (even if you've never cooked before!) I will help you learn to be confident in the kitchen! Want to learn more? Let's stay connected, you can email me at debra@bowl-me-over.com and find me on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

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    1. lazyme says

      February 21, 2024 at 8:30 am

      5 stars
      Easy and good. I had just done a deep cleaning on my stove top and didn't want to get it greasy again by cooking burgers. So this worked great with no mess! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Debra Clark says

        February 21, 2024 at 2:01 pm

        Awesome! I'm glad you enjoyed the recipe. Thanks so much for coming back to comment and share!!

        Reply
    2. Judy G says

      October 04, 2023 at 10:37 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks for the help with cooking frozen hamburger patties. My oven temperature is a little low, so I cooked them for 10 minutes, flipped them over, and cooked for 15 more minutes. This is a great idea for those of us who don't think about what's for dinner until it's time for dinner.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        October 05, 2023 at 12:46 pm

        That's awesome Judy, I'm so happy this will solve that "What's for dinner" dilemma! I appreciate your support of the blog!

        Reply
    3. Julie Evink says

      August 23, 2023 at 9:48 am

      I'm constantly forgetting to thaw our hamburger patties. This trick to cook frozen hamburger patties is a life saver! They are so good and juicy.

      Reply
    4. Alyssa says

      August 21, 2023 at 7:34 am

      We usually cook our frozen hamburger patties on the grill. I don't like using the grill, so I can't wait to try them out in the oven!

      Reply
    5. Camden Rusincovitch says

      August 12, 2023 at 2:05 pm

      Cooking frozen hamburger patties in the oven is a huge step up from how I was making burgers in my college dorm. Thanks for detailing this!

      Reply
    6. Cynthia Rusincovitch says

      August 02, 2023 at 10:54 am

      Ugh! I am the world's worst about forgetting to set out something for dinner in time to thaw. I have always been hesitant to try frozen hamburger patties because I figured they would be dry. Do they actually cook up like homemade burgers?

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        August 05, 2023 at 6:52 pm

        The frozen burgers do grill moist and delicious. They won't be dry at all (as long as they aren't overcooked!). Great questions Cynthia!

        Reply
    7. Kristen says

      August 01, 2023 at 9:17 pm

      5 stars
      My oven is broken (UGH!), so I was wondering, "can you cook burgers from frozen any other way"?

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        August 02, 2023 at 9:21 am

        Absolutely Kristen! Do you have an air fryer? There's a great air fryer frozen burger recipe and also frozen burgers on the grill! I've linked up to both. I hope you give them a try!

        Reply
      • Brittany says

        August 04, 2023 at 9:31 am

        5 stars
        Using cooking spray to help the seasonings stick when cooking frozen hamburger patties is genius!

        Reply
        • Bowl Me Over says

          August 13, 2023 at 9:50 am

          Enjoy the recipe Brittany!

          Reply
    8. Stephanie says

      February 23, 2023 at 6:28 pm

      4 stars
      Came out fine, but…and this could be that I’m at 4500 elevation…they could’ve been done a bit more. I’d recommend 25-30 minutes.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        February 24, 2023 at 12:31 pm

        Yes, that does make a difference. Thank you for sharing Stephanie - I'm down here on the valley floor and we're only 300 ft above sea level.

        Reply
    9. Leo says

      January 13, 2023 at 7:24 pm

      4 stars
      It turned out pretty well even without spraying a non-stick coating on the rack. Can yu please name me one such coating ? Thanks

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        January 14, 2023 at 10:21 am

        I use Pam.

        Reply
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