How to Bake the Ultimate Homemade Cheeseburger Pie Recipe
This Ultimate Homemade Cheeseburger Pie is a hearty and satisfying dish combining seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and a fluffy egg and milk batter baked to golden perfection. It’s an easy-to-make, family-friendly recipe ideal for dinner or a special gathering that brings all the classic cheeseburger flavors into a convenient pie format.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Meat Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Cheese Layer
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Egg Batter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Other
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the pie.
- Cook Meat and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion together until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
- Season the Meat: Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce if using to the meat mixture. Stir to combine well for optimal flavor.
- Prepare Pie Dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish with cooking spray or butter. Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly across the bottom of the dish.
- Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the meat layer, covering it completely.
- Make Egg Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and all-purpose flour until the batter is smooth and uniform.
- Pour Batter: Evenly pour the egg mixture over the beef and cheese layers in the pie dish.
- Bake: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing and serving to ensure clean cuts and best texture.
Notes
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Prepare the meat filling in advance and refrigerate. Add the batter just before baking.
- Freezer Option: Cool completely, then freeze in slices. Wrap well and reheat in the oven for the best texture.
- Add Veggies: Try finely diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for a nutritional boost.
- Cheese Flexibility: Swap cheddar for mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or a spicy blend to change the flavor profile.
- Flavor Enhancers: A dash of Dijon mustard or a spoonful of tomato paste in the beef layer adds extra depth.
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