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Sunshine Cornflake Burgers with Basil Recipe

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4.4 from 122 reviews
  • Author: Sophie
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 mini burgers 1x

Description

Sunshine burgers are a fun and kid-friendly twist on classic beef burgers, featuring a crispy cornflake coating that adds a delightful crunch. These mini burgers are baked to perfection and served in soft mini buns with fresh lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and tangy ketchup, making them an ideal meal for family gatherings or casual lunches.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 handfuls cornflakes, about 25g / 1oz
  • 225g / 8oz beef mince
  • Small bunch basil leaves, ripped into small pieces
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Few handfuls plain flour, about 75g / 2½ oz
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 6 mini burger buns
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Tomato slices
  • Tomato ketchup, to serve

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Heat your oven to 200C / 180C fan / Gas 6 to prepare for baking the burgers.
  2. Crush the cornflakes: Place the cornflakes in a freezer bag and gently break them with a rolling pin, aiming for rough flakes rather than powder. Transfer them to a bowl.
  3. Prepare the mince mixture: In a separate bowl, add the beef mince, torn basil leaves, and a pinch of ground pepper. For lean mince, mix in one tablespoon of the beaten egg to help bind the mixture, then combine thoroughly.
  4. Set up dredging stations: Place the plain flour on one plate and the remaining beaten egg on another plate to prepare for coating the burgers.
  5. Shape the burgers: Divide the mince mixture into six equal portions. Shape each portion into a small, firm patty by squashing it in the palm of your hand.
  6. Coat the burgers: Roll each patty first in the flour, then dip it into the beaten egg, and finally coat liberally with the crushed cornflakes. Place coated patties on an oiled baking sheet.
  7. Brush with oil: Lightly brush the tops of the burgers with vegetable oil using a pastry brush to promote crispiness while baking.
  8. Bake the burgers: Place the baking sheet in the center of the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the burgers are fully cooked through with a golden, crispy coating.
  9. Assemble and serve: Split the mini burger buns and fill each with a cooked burger, fresh lettuce leaves, tomato slices, and a drizzle of tomato ketchup. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Ensure the cornflakes are crushed into rough flakes to maintain a crunchy texture rather than dust.
  • Lean mince benefits from an extra egg to help bind the mixture and hold the burgers together.
  • Use a pastry brush to lightly oil the top of the burgers before baking to achieve a golden, crispy crust.
  • Keep burger sizes uniform to ensure even cooking.
  • This recipe is perfect for involving children in cooking with manageable steps and creative freedom.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Keywords: Sunshine burgers, cornflake burgers, baked beef burgers, kid-friendly burger recipe, crispy burgers

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