Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering fusion of flavors with these irresistible Pizza Burgers! Perfectly blending the juicy goodness of a classic burger with the savory delights of pizza, this recipe is a surefire hit for game nights, family gatherings, or casual dinners. Each bite offers a delightful combination of melty mozzarella cheese, zesty pizza sauce, and spicy pepperoni, all nestled within a perfectly toasted bun. Plus, they’re incredibly easy to customize with your favorite toppings, making them a versatile choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80% lean / 20% fat)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 16–24 slices pepperoni
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 patties and set aside.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Toast the cut side of each bun on a baking sheet under the broiler until golden brown.
- Grill patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- While grilling, warm pizza sauce in a small saucepan over low heat. Spread half over each bottom bun.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni slices; broil until cheese is melted (2-3 minutes).
- Assemble by placing each patty on the bottom bun. Add remaining sauce, cheese, and pepperoni; broil again until everything is bubbly. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (175g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg