🍔🥧 Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pie 🧀🔥
If you’re craving the classic taste of a cheeseburger but want a cozy, comforting twist, look no further than this Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pie. This delicious dinner pie features a juicy beef layer topped with melted cheddar cheese, all wrapped up in a golden, flaky crust. It’s everything you love about a cheeseburger, but baked into a hearty, savory pie that’s sure to become a weeknight favorite!
With layers of seasoned ground beef, onions, and cheese, this recipe brings all the flavors of a classic burger, and the best part? It’s baked in one dish, making clean-up a breeze. Pair it with a simple side salad or fries, and you’ve got a meal the whole family will love!
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6):
Beef Layer:
1 lb ground beef 🥩
1 large onion, diced (~1 cup) 🧅
2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 🍶
1 tbsp ketchup 🍅
1 tbsp yellow mustard 🍯
½ tsp smoked paprika 🌶️
Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
Pie Crust:
1 package refrigerated pie crusts (usually 2 crusts) 🥧
Cheese Layer:
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese 🧀
Egg Mixture:
3 large eggs 🥚
½ cup whole milk 🥛
½ tsp salt 🧂
½ tsp black pepper 🌶️
Optional Toppings:
Sliced pickles 🥒
Shredded lettuce 🥬
Sliced tomatoes 🍅
📝 Instructions:
1. Prepare the Beef Layer:
Cook the ground beef: In a large skillet, heat a bit of oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks (about 5-7 minutes).
Add onions and garlic: Once the beef is cooked, add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is softened.
Season the beef: Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard, smoked paprika, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Let everything cook together for another 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove the skillet from heat.
2. Prepare the Pie Crust:
Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Fit the pie crust: Roll out one of the pie crusts into a 9-inch pie dish. Press it gently into the dish, making sure it covers the bottom and sides evenly. Trim any excess crust hanging over the edge.
Blind bake the crust (optional): If you want a slightly crispier bottom, you can blind bake the crust for about 10 minutes before adding the filling. To do so, line the pie crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dry beans. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes, then remove the parchment paper and weights and set the crust aside.
3. Assemble the Cheeseburger Pie:
Add the beef mixture: Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly over the prepared pie crust. Make sure it covers the bottom in an even layer.
Add the cheese: Sprinkle cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese over the beef layer, spreading it out evenly.
Make the egg mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the beef and cheese layers in the pie crust. This will help bind everything together and give the pie its delicious custardy texture.
4. Bake the Pie:
Bake the pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set, the top is golden, and the crust is crispy.
Cool slightly: Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the filling to firm up a bit, making it easier to cut.
5. Serve and Enjoy:
Add optional toppings: If desired, top the pie with sliced pickles, shredded lettuce, and sliced tomatoes for an extra burst of freshness and crunch.
Slice and serve: Cut the pie into wedges and serve warm. It’s the ultimate comfort food—perfect for a cozy family dinner!
🌟 Pro Tips:
Add bacon: If you’re a bacon lover, try adding some crispy bacon bits into the beef mixture for extra flavor.
Make it spicy: Want a little kick? Stir in some chopped jalapeños or hot sauce with the beef mixture for a spicy twist.
Use a homemade crust: If you prefer homemade pie crust, you can absolutely make your own instead of using a store-bought one. Just be sure to roll it out thinly so it bakes evenly.
🍴 Nutritional Information (per serving, approx. 1/6 of the pie):
Calories: Approx. 400 kcal
Carbs: Approx. 25g
Protein: Approx. 25g
Fat: Approx. 25g
Fiber: Approx. 2g
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Cheeseburger Pie:
All the flavors of a cheeseburger: With seasoned ground beef, cheese, and a pie crust, this dish has all the comfort of a burger but in a delicious, easy-to-make casserole form.
Perfect for family dinners: It’s a one-dish meal that’s hearty, satisfying, and makes enough to feed the whole family.
Quick and easy: With a pre-made crust and simple ingredients, this cheeseburger pie comes together quickly, making it an ideal weeknight dinner.
Customizable: Add your favorite cheeseburger toppings or mix-ins to make it your own!
Whether you’re serving it for a cozy family dinner, bringing it to a potluck, or just craving a cheeseburger without all the fuss, this Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pie will become a favorite in your recipe rotation. It’s the ultimate comfort food, with a crispy crust, cheesy filling, and all the flavors you love in a cheeseburger—baked to perfection! 🍔🥧