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Mini Cheeseburger Cup Appetizers

Savory Mini Cheeseburger Cup Appetizers

Delight your guests with these Mini Cheeseburger Cup Appetizers, a perfect combination of flavors in a bite-sized treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with turkey or plant-based crumbles for lighter options.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Swap for mozzarella or American cheese if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup Consider using BBQ sauce or mustard for a taste twist.
For the Pastry Shell
  • 1 tube Pillsbury Crescent Rolls You can use puff pastry for flakier shells.
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce Diced tomatoes or pickled jalapeños can be used.
  • 1 cup Pickle Slices Sliced olives can be an alternative.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • large skillet
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, cook 1 pound of ground beef over medium heat until browned, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  2. Prepare the Dough: Unroll Pillsbury Crescent Rolls and cut into 12 squares to form pastry shells.
  3. Muffin Tin Prep: Spray muffin tin with non-stick spray and press each dough square into the muffin wells.
  4. Initial Baking: Preheat oven to 350°F and bake the dough for 10 minutes until slightly puffed and golden.
  5. Assemble: Fill each pastry cup with ground beef and top with cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt.
  6. Final Bake: Bake for an additional 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Let cool, then top with lettuce, ketchup, and pickle slices before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best texture. Assemble cups in advance and refrigerate for up to a day before baking.

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