Description
Cheeseburger Pie is a comforting and easy-to-make dish that captures the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a warm, cheesy pie form. Featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and a buttery crust, this recipe is perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, and meal prep. It offers versatility with easy customization options for different dietary needs and flavor preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 lb ground beef (lean or medium-fat)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: 1/4 cup diced pickles
Cheese
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or substitute with mozzarella, pepper jack, or Swiss)
Crust
- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat Filling: Start by browning ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once browned, add finely chopped onion and continue cooking until softened. Stir in ketchup, mustard, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Simmer for a few minutes to meld the flavors together.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Crust: While the meat simmers, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out your pie crust and fit it into a standard pie dish, pressing down gently to cover the bottom and sides evenly.
- Assemble the Pie Layers: Spoon half of the cooked meat mixture into the pie crust. Then add a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese. Top with the remaining meat mixture, and finish with one last sprinkle of cheese for a gooey topping.
- Bake Until Golden: Place the assembled pie into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust turns a beautiful golden brown.
- Let It Rest and Serve: Allow the Cheeseburger Pie to rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. This helps the layers set and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Drain excess grease after browning the beef to prevent a soggy crust and greasy filling.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for the best flavor and melting properties.
- Don’t overfill the pie; leave room to avoid spillage as the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Chill the crust for 15 minutes before assembly for extra flaky results.
- If crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil halfway through baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of pie)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg