Description
These Pepperoni Pizza Burgers combine the best flavors of pizza and classic burgers in one mouthwatering dish. Juicy ground beef patties infused with mozzarella, pepperoni, and oregano are grilled to perfection, topped with melty mozzarella slices, and served on toasted buns with savory pizza sauce and optional toppings. Perfect for a fun and flavorful meal that brings the pizza party to your backyard grill.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 ounces Renard’s Mozzarella cheese, shredded (1 1/2 cups)
- 1 cup diced pepperoni
- 3/4 cup pizza sauce, divided
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 2 pounds ground beef (80% lean)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 6 ounces Renard’s Mozzarella cheese, cut into six slices (1 ounce each)
- 6 hamburger buns, split
Optional Toppings
- Extra pepperoni
- Pickled and bell peppers
- Red onion
- Ripe olives
Instructions
- Prepare the Grill: Grease the grill grate and preheat your grill to medium heat to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
- Mix Cheese and Pepperoni: In a large bowl, combine shredded mozzarella, diced pepperoni, half of the pizza sauce (1/2 cup), and dried oregano, mixing well to distribute flavors evenly.
- Add Ground Beef: Crumble the ground beef over the cheese and pepperoni mixture and gently mix until just combined, taking care not to overwork the meat to keep patties tender.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into six equal patties, each about one-third of a pound. Season both sides of the patties with salt and pepper to taste.
- Grill Patties: Place patties on the preheated grill. Cover and cook for 5–8 minutes on each side, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Add Cheese Slices: Top each burger with a slice of mozzarella cheese. Cover the grill and cook for an additional 1–3 minutes, until the cheese melts perfectly.
- Prepare Buns: Spread the remaining 1/4 cup of pizza sauce on the bottom halves of the hamburger buns to add extra flavor.
- Assemble Burgers: Place the grilled patties on the buns with pizza sauce, then add any desired optional toppings such as extra pepperoni, pickled peppers, bell peppers, red onion, or ripe olives for added crunch and zest.
- Serve: Top with the bun tops and serve your delicious pepperoni pizza burgers hot for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Do not overmix the ground beef mixture to ensure juicy, tender burgers.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness – burgers should reach 160°F for safety.
- Feel free to customize toppings according to your preference for added flavor and texture.
- To prevent buns from getting soggy, toast them lightly on the grill before assembling if desired.
- Leftover burgers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated gently to preserve cheese melt and burger texture.
