Triple Decker Cheeseburger Pizza with Stuffed Crust Recipe
This Triple Decker Cheeseburger Pizza with Stuffed Crust combines the classic flavors of a cheeseburger with the cheesy, crispy comfort of pizza. Featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, tangy ketchup and mustard, pickles, and a blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and pepper jack cheeses all enveloped in a homemade stuffed crust, this pizza offers an indulgent, multi-layered experience perfect for burger and pizza lovers alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1/4 cup pickles, chopped
Condiments and Sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup mustard
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Dough and Seasoning
- 1 pre-made pizza dough
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking your pizza to a golden crust.
- Cook Beef and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is fully browned and the onions are softened. Drain off any excess grease to keep the pizza from becoming too oily.
- Mix Sauces and Pickles: Stir in the ketchup, mustard, and chopped pickles into the beef mixture. Cook together for another 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Prepare Dough and Stuff Crust: Roll out the pre-made pizza dough onto a baking sheet. Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheddar cheese along the outer edge of the dough, then fold the edge over the cheese to create a stuffed crust.
- First Layer: Spread half of the pizza sauce evenly over the dough inside the stuffed crust. Then evenly top with half of the beef mixture followed by half of the shredded mozzarella and pepper jack cheeses.
- Second Layer: Add another layer of rolled dough over the first, spread the remaining pizza sauce, add the remaining beef mixture, and top with the remaining mozzarella and pepper jack cheeses.
- Top Layer and Final Crust: Place the last layer of dough on top. Carefully fold over the edges to form a final stuffed crust, sealing the layers inside.
- Season and Brush: Combine the melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Brush this mixture generously over the top layer of dough. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake: Bake the assembled pizza in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown and all the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pizza to cool slightly before slicing into portions. This helps the layers set for cleaner slices and better flavor enjoyment.
- Enjoy: Serve and enjoy your hearty, flavorful Triple Decker Cheeseburger Pizza with Stuffed Crust, a perfect fusion of pizza and burger in a single dish.
Notes
- Use pre-made pizza dough for convenience, or substitute with homemade dough if desired.
- Ensure to drain excess grease from the cooked beef mixture to prevent soggy pizza.
- Adjust the amount of ketchup, mustard, and pickles according to your taste preference for more or less tanginess.
- Handle the layered dough carefully when folding to avoid tearing and spilling the filling.
- Letting the pizza rest after baking helps the flavors settle and makes it easier to slice.
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