🍔+🍕 Cheeseburger Pizza Recipe: The Juiciest Mash-Up You Never Knew You Needed
Alright, let’s get one thing clear: this cheeseburger pizza recipe is not for the faint of heart.
This is the kind of pizza that makes your mouth water before it even hits the oven. The kind that fuses the best of both worlds — that juicy, meaty, cheesy satisfaction of a classic cheeseburger, stacked on top of a crisp, golden, bubbly pizza crust. Oh yes. This is what happens when burger night crashes into pizza night and neither one backs down.
If you’re tired of plain pepperoni or the same ol’ cheese pizza, this one’s your next obsession. And I’ve been testing and tweaking this recipe for years — balancing the bold flavors of the burger with the crispy structure of a perfect Italian-style pie.
Ready to bring the grill vibes to your oven? Let’s go.
🧾 Cheeseburger Pizza Ingredients – Real, Familiar, Delicious
This is comfort food, so don’t overthink it. The ingredients are simple, satisfying, and totally customizable.
Ingredient Amount
Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought) 1 large (12–14 inch)
Ground beef (80/20 preferred) ¾ lb
Salt & pepper To taste
Garlic powder ½ tsp
Yellow mustard 1 tbsp
Ketchup 2 tbsp (for sauce base)
Tomato sauce ⅓ cup
Shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup
Shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup
Red onion (thinly sliced) ½ small
Dill pickles (sliced) ¼ cup (optional but epic)
Cherry tomatoes (halved) ½ cup
Olive oil 1 tbsp
Sesame seeds (for crust) Optional, but fun
Iceberg lettuce (shredded) For topping after bake
Thousand Island or burger sauce For drizzle (optional)
Pro tip: Want serious “burger vibes”? Mix a little mayo into your drizzle sauce or serve it on the side for dipping.
🍳 How to Make Cheeseburger Pizza – Step by Flavorful Step
🔥 Step 1: Cook the Ground Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil and your ground beef. Break it up with a wooden spoon.
Season it with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until fully browned — you want crispy edges and flavorful little bits. Stir in the mustard and half the ketchup near the end to lock in that burger taste.
Drain excess fat and set aside.
🔥 Step 2: Prep Your Sauce
Mix together the remaining ketchup with the tomato sauce. This gives you that tangy-sweet burger base, but still keeps the tomato-forward balance of classic pizza.
Taste it. Add a little mustard or garlic if you’re feeling spicy. This isn’t bottled sauce — it’s yours.
🔥 Step 3: Roll and Shape Your Crust
Grab your pizza dough — homemade or store-bought, your call. Stretch it out into a 12–14 inch circle or rectangle. Rustic shapes welcome.
Optional pro move: Brush the outer crust with olive oil and sprinkle sesame seeds on the edge for a true burger bun vibe. Yup, we’re going there.
🔥 Step 4: Assemble the Cheeseburger Pizza
Layer like this:
Sauce first – spread that ketchup-tomato base.
A mix of mozzarella and cheddar — melt factor + sharpness.
Cooked beef — evenly scattered but not too thick.
Thinly sliced red onions.
Halved cherry tomatoes (trust me on this).
More cheese (you know you want to).
Pickles? Heck yes. Toss ‘em on now or add after baking for crunch.
🔥 Step 5: Bake to Golden Cheeseburger Glory
Crank your oven up to 475°F (245°C) and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and browned in spots, and your crust is golden on the bottom.
Pro move: Rotate the pizza halfway through for even heat.
🔥 Step 6: Finish With Freshness
Once it’s out of the oven — while it’s still hot and gooey — top with:
Shredded lettuce (for that Big Mac-style crunch)
A drizzle of Thousand Island or burger sauce
Optional: extra pickles or chopped fresh tomato
Let it sit for 2 minutes, then slice and watch the crowd go wild.
🔧 Vinit’s Tips & Tricks for Cheeseburger Pizza Bliss
Cheddar + mozzarella is non-negotiable. One melts, one punches.
Pickles after baking keep their crunch. Want soft pickles? Bake ‘em on.
Lettuce ALWAYS goes on last. Never bake it — unless you like sad greens.
Sesame seed crust = flavor bomb and visual win.
Go mini: Make these on naan, pita, or sliders for party snacks.
Want heat? Add sliced jalapeños or chipotle ketchup to the sauce base.
❓ Cheeseburger Pizza FAQs – You Asked, I Answered
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
Yup. Cook the beef and make the sauce in advance. Store separately in the fridge and assemble when ready.
Q: Is it weird to put lettuce on pizza?
Not when it’s this pizza. The contrast of hot cheesy crust + cool crispy lettuce is 💯.
Q: Can I use other cheeses?
Totally. Try Monterey Jack, Colby, or even American slices if you want full fast-food vibes.
Q: Can this be vegetarian?
Yes! Sub the beef for lentil taco meat or plant-based ground “beef” crumbles. It still slaps.
Q: What’s the best sauce for drizzle?
A mix of mayo, ketchup, mustard, garlic powder, and a splash of pickle juice = DIY burger sauce gold.
🧊 Storage & Leftovers
Fridge: Store slices in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Use a skillet or toaster oven for best results.
Freeze: Wrap cooled slices individually and freeze up to 2 months. Reheat straight from frozen.
❤️ Final Thoughts – When Burger Meets Pizza, You Win
This cheeseburger pizza recipe is everything you love about comfort food, smashed into one glorious, flavor-loaded, over-the-top bite.
It’s juicy, cheesy, saucy, crispy, and totally unforgettable.
And the best part? You made it yourself.
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