5. Baseball
When it comes to the size of the patty to make, think about a good size baseball. Opinions differ on this. In the past, half a pound or five to eight ounces was the thought. Some chefs even went up to ten ounces per burger and others went down to three or four ounces and then doubled them. Typically, you cannot go wrong with a patty that is between six to eight ounces.
This is about the size of a baseball that would fit into the palm of the hand. Going with a smaller patty and doubling has its benefits as it provides twice the surface area. This means a saltier and crustier texture. Salt and crunch are what people really crave when it comes to eating a burger, so having twice as much can be a positive thing. In addition, it allows for additional cheese on the burger, which coats the mouth even more.