How to Make Cheeseburger Stuffed Pastries
1. Cook the Burger Filling
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with onion until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease. Add garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir in ketchup and mustard, then remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
2. Add the Cheese
Once the beef mixture has cooled a bit, stir in the shredded cheese. This helps keep the filling creamy rather than greasy during baking.
3. Prepare the Pastry
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unroll the crescent dough or puff pastry and cut into squares or rectangles, depending on the size you prefer.
4. Fill and Seal
Spoon a portion of the beef mixture into the center of each pastry piece. Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges together firmly with a fork to seal.
5. Brush and Bake
Place the filled pastries seam-side down on the baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
6. Cool Slightly and Serve
Let the pastries cool for a few minutes before serving. The filling will be hot and juicy.
Tips for Perfect Cheeseburger Pastries
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Let the filling cool before assembling to prevent soggy dough
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Don’t overfill—this helps keep the pastries sealed
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Use sharp cheese for bold flavor
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Seal edges tightly to avoid leaks
Fun Variations to Try
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Bacon Cheeseburger: Add crispy bacon bits
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Pickle Lover’s: Mix chopped dill pickles into the filling
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Spicy Burger: Add jalapeños or hot sauce
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Slider Style: Make mini pastries for appetizers
A Comfort Food Mashup Worth Repeating
Cheeseburger Stuffed Pastries bring together two comfort food favorites in one irresistible recipe. Flaky, cheesy, and packed with classic burger flavor, they’re perfect for sharing—or keeping all to yourself.
Once you make them, they’ll quickly become a go-to recipe whenever you want something warm, savory, and guaranteed to please
