The Ultimate Homemade Cheeseburger Pie Recipe
This Ultimate Homemade Cheeseburger Pie combines all the classic flavors of a cheeseburger in a delicious baked pie form. Ground beef, onions, and melted cheddar cheese come together with a savory egg and milk custard base, seasoned with garlic and Worcestershire sauce for depth. Perfect as a hearty dinner option, this pie is baked until golden and set, offering a comforting, cheesy, and satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
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
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Custard Mixture
- 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 ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the pie evenly and creating a golden top.
- Cook Meat and Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef along with the chopped onion until the beef is fully browned and the onions are soft and translucent. Make sure to stir occasionally to break up the meat. Once cooked, drain off any excess fat to avoid greasiness.
- Season Meat Mixture: Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce if using, then stir well to evenly distribute the flavors throughout the meat mixture.
- Prepare Pie Dish: Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish using cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking and to help with browning the pie crust surface.
- Assemble Base Layer: Spread the seasoned beef and onion mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared pie dish, creating a uniform layer.
- Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the meat layer, ensuring every bite will have cheesy goodness.
- Make Custard Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and all-purpose flour until the mixture is smooth and lump-free. This mixture will set into a custard when baked, binding the pie together.
- Pour Custard Over Pie: Carefully pour the egg and milk mixture evenly over the beef and cheese layers in the pie dish.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is firmly set, indicating it is fully cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool slightly so it sets further and is easier to slice. Serve warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- For added flavor, try mixing in diced pickles or mustard to the beef layer.
- To make the pie gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or a gluten-free flour blend.
- If you prefer a spicier pie, add some chili powder or cayenne pepper to the seasoning.
- This pie pairs well with a side salad or baked potatoes.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
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