Cheeseburger Pocket
Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 40 minutesServings: 6 pocketsCourse: Main CourseCuisine: AmericanDescriptionThese homemade Cheeseburger Pockets are filled with seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and classic burger flavors, all wrapped inside golden, crispy pizza dough. They're perfect for an easy family dinner, lunch, or game-day snack.Ingredients1 lb ground beef1 package refrigerated pizza dough1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese½ cup onion, finely diced2 cloves garlic, minced3 tablespoons ketchup1 tablespoon yellow mustard1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce½ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon black pepper1 large egg1 tablespoon waterSesame seeds, optionalInstructionsPreheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.Add the ground beef and diced onion to a skillet over medium heat. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain excess grease.Stir in the garlic, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 1–2 minutes, then remove from the heat and let the filling cool slightly.Divide the pizza dough into 6 equal pieces. Roll or stretch each piece into a small circle or rectangle.Spoon some of the beef mixture onto one half of each piece of dough, leaving space around the edges.Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the beef.Fold the dough over the filling. Press the edges firmly together and crimp them with a fork to seal.Place the pockets on the prepared baking sheet.Whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of water. Brush the mixture over the tops of the pockets and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the Cheeseburger Pockets are puffed and golden brown.Let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with ketchup, mustard, burger sauce, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce.TipsDrain the ground beef well to prevent soggy pockets.Don't overfill the dough or the pockets may burst while baking.Keep the cheese and filling away from the edges so you can create a tight seal.Add chopped pickles, crispy bacon, jalapeños, or caramelized onions for different variations.For extra cheesy pockets, combine cheddar with mozzarella or American cheese.StorageStore leftover Cheeseburger Pockets in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat them in the oven or air fryer when you want the exterior to become crispy again.Serving SuggestionsServe your Cheeseburger Pockets with French fries, potato wedges, onion rings, coleslaw, a fresh salad, or roasted vegetables. Add ketchup, mustard, burger sauce, or spicy mayo on the side for dipping.