BBQ Cheeseburger Bites

Name: BBQ Cheeseburger Bites with Pizza Dough
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 16 min
Total time: 26 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, cooked and crumbled; 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled; 1/4 cup onion, diced; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 cup BBQ sauce; 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided; 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough; 2 tbsp butter, melted; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp dried parsley

BBQ cheeseburger bites are savory ground beef, bacon, and cheddar wrapped in pizza dough and baked until golden brown. They're an easy, handheld appetizer that combines burger and pizza flavors in one bite.

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Total

26 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef, cooked and crumbled
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup onion, diced
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup BBQ sauce
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
2 tbsp butter, melted
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp dried parsleyoptional

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a large bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, crumbled bacon, diced onion, Worcestershire sauce, BBQ sauce, and 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well.
3
Unroll the refrigerated pizza dough and cut it into equal portions. Place a scoop of the beef mixture into the center of each dough portion.
4
Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the seams to seal, forming a ball. Place the bites seam-side down on a baking sheet.
5
Bake for 8 minutes.
6
Remove the bites from the oven. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley. Brush the garlic butter over the top of each bite.
7
Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
8
Return to the oven and bake for another 8 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Drain excess grease from cooked ground beef before mixing with seasonings to prevent soggy dough.
Don't overstuff each bite—use about 1 tablespoon of filling per piece to ensure the dough seals and bakes evenly.
Brush baked bites with melted butter mixed with garlic powder immediately after removing from the oven for extra flavor and a golden sheen.
Let pizza dough come to room temperature for 5-10 minutes before dividing and stuffing for easier handling.

Substitutions

Ground beef → ground turkey or ground chicken (reduces richness; adjust seasoning)
Bacon → crispy sausage or smoked ham (maintains savory umami)
Pizza dough → crescent roll dough or biscuit dough (bake at same temperature; may brown faster)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.

Common Questions

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the bites, refrigerate on a baking sheet for up to 4 hours, then bake when ready. You may need to add 2-3 minutes to baking time if baking from chilled.