The ultimate mash-up of two comfort food classics.
Why choose between pizza and burgers when you can have both? These Pizza Burgers bring together juicy beef patties, zesty marinara, gooey mozzarella, and all your favorite pizza toppings — stacked high on a toasted garlic butter bun. Think cheesy, saucy, and absolutely crave-worthy.
Ready in under 30 minutes, these burgers are the perfect weeknight treat, game day favorite, or party food everyone will fight over. And yes — the pepperoni is highly recommended!
🌟 Why You’ll Love These Pizza Burgers
🍔 Classic Pizza Flavor — all the sauce, cheese, and toppings you love
🧀 Melty Mozzarella — that satisfying cheese pull in every bite
🔥 Quick & Easy — ready in just 25 minutes
👨🍳 Customizable — add mushrooms, olives, or spice it up
🍞 Garlic-Butter Buns — toasted for that pizzeria finish
🛒 Ingredients
(Serves 4)
For the Patties:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt & pepper, to taste
For Assembling:
- 4 hamburger buns
- 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella (or sliced)
- 12–16 slices pepperoni (optional but 🔥)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional)
- Fresh basil or oregano, for garnish
- Butter or olive oil, for toasting buns
Optional Add-Ons:
- Sautéed mushrooms
- Green peppers or olives
- Red pepper flakes
- Banana peppers
👨🍳 Instructions
🔥 Step 1: Make the Patties
In a large bowl, gently mix:
- Ground beef
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic & onion powder
- Salt & pepper
Form into 4 equal patties. Press the center slightly to prevent puffing.
🍳 Step 2: Cook the Patties
Grill or pan-fry patties over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side.
During the last minute:
- Spoon 2–3 tbsp marinara on each patty
- Top with mozzarella
- Cover to melt the cheese
🍞 Step 3: Toast the Buns
Brush buns with butter or olive oil.
Toast in a skillet or under the broiler until golden.
Tip: Add garlic powder or Parmesan to the buns for extra flavor.
🧀 Step 4: Assemble the Burgers
- Place cheesy patties on toasted buns
- Top with pepperoni, extra sauce, and favorite pizza toppings
- Garnish with fresh basil, oregano, or more cheese
- Serve hot, melty, and ready to impress!
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Pair with oven fries, Caesar salad, or garlic knots
- Serve with a side of marinara for dipping
- Make mini pizza sliders for parties
- Great with cold sodas or a glass of red wine
🔍 Nutrition (Per Burger, Approximate)
- Calories: 550
- Protein: 35g
- Carbs: 32g
- Fat: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
(Nutrition will vary based on buns and toppings used.)
💡 Tips & Variations
- Swap the meat: Use turkey, chicken, or plant-based patties
- Go low-carb: Use lettuce wraps or a low-carb bun
- Add heat: Use red pepper flakes, jalapeños, or spicy marinara
- Make ahead: Cook patties and freeze for fast dinners
- Veggie version: Use portobello mushrooms or veggie burgers
✨ From My Kitchen to Yours
These Pizza Burgers are what happens when two comfort food icons fall in love. Saucy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor, they’re perfect for casual dinners, party spreads, or any night when regular burgers just aren’t enough.
Totally customizable and seriously addictive — once you make them, you’ll never look at pizza or burgers the same way again.
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