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Pizza Burgers

These Pizza Burgers are one of my favorite creative ways to make dinnertime fun! Made with juicy beef patties, melted cheese, tangy sauce and pepperonis for classic pizza flavor. Plus, these burgers are ready in just 20 minutes and so easy to make! 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 463 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

Burgers:
  • 1 lb. lean ground beef 93/7
  • 1 small yellow onion (80g)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese (21g)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt & pepper
To assemble:
  • 4 hamburger buns we like brioche for these
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (84g)
  • 4 Tbsp pizza sauce (60g)
  • 12 slices pepperoni
  • basil leaves torn (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Add the ground beef to a large bowl. Using a box grater, grate the onion directly into the bowl (so the extra juice goes in there too). Add the garlic, parmesan, italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Use your hands to mix everything together. Mix until everything is just combined without overworking the meat.
  2. Divide mixture into 4 portions. Gently shape into a disc about 1/2-inch thick and 4 inches across. Resist the urge to shape the edges perfectly. The less we mash, the more tender the burgers will be!
  3. Meanwhile, heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Spray with a little cooking spray. Wait a few minutes and then once hot add the burgers. Cook for 4 minutes. Then flip the burgers.
  4. Sprinkle the cheese on top (about 3 tablespoons each burger). Add 3 slices pepperoni to each. Cook for another 2-4 minutes, or until burgers are cooked to liking (see burger temperature guide in notes).
  5. Toast buns with a little olive oil if desired (I like to broil on high for 2-3 minutes). Spread one tablespoon of pizza sauce on the bottom bun. Add the burger patty, fresh basil leaves and top bun. Serve with extra pizza sauce if desired and enjoy!

Notes

  • Getting the internal temperature right is the most important part of cooking a burger! Note the USDA recommends cooking beef to an internal temperature of 160F to ensure 
  • Getting the internal temperature right is the most important part of cooking a burger! Note the USDA recommends cooking beef to an internal temperature of 160F to ensure 
  • Burger Temperature Guide:
  • Medium-rare: 130-135°F (seared brown outside, pink/red center, slightly firm)
  • Medium: 140-145°F (pink center, firm and springy)
  • Medium-well: 150-155°F (a little pink in the center)
  • Well-done: 160-165°F  (no pink, completely cooked)
  • Nutrition notes: nutrition calculated using Nature’s Own brioche hamburger buns. This burger should fit easily into anyone's day however if you wish to decrease fat I would recommend using turkey pepperoni and/or reduced-fat mozzarella cheese.
  • Nutrition notes: nutrition calculated using Nature’s Own brioche hamburger buns. This burger should fit easily into anyone's day however if you wish to decrease fat I would recommend using turkey pepperoni and/or reduced-fat mozzarella cheese.
  • Medium-rare: 130-135°F (seared brown outside, pink/red center, slightly firm)
  • Medium: 140-145°F (pink center, firm and springy)
  • Medium-well: 150-155°F (a little pink in the center)
  • Well-done: 160-165°F  (no pink, completely cooked)

Nutrition Information

Serving 1burger assembled Calories 463kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 37g (74%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 8.2g (41%) Cholesterol 94.3mg (31%) Fiber 1.8g (7%) Sugar 9.2g (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 463

% Daily Value*

Serving 1burger assembled
Calories 463kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 37g 74%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 8.2g 41%
Cholesterol 94.3mg 31%
Fiber 1.8g 7%
Sugar 9.2g 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.