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Homemade cheeseburger cups recipe on a white kitchen counter with melted cheese and golden biscuit crust, captured from overhead in natural light.

Cheeseburger Cups Recipe

These homemade Cheeseburger Cups turn classic burgers into bite-size, muffin-tin magic! Juicy ground beef, melty cheddar, and golden biscuit dough come together in 30 minutes for a fun, family-friendly meal that even picky eaters love. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game days, or freezer meal prep.
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Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Snack
Cuisine: American, Family-Friendly Comfort Food
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Cooling Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 33 minutes
Servings: 12 cheeseburger cups
Calories: 260kcal
Cost: $10

Equipment

  • 1 Standard 12-cup muffin tin Non-stick or lightly sprayed with cooking spray
  • 1 Large skillet (10–12 inch) For browning ground beef evenly
  • 1 Wooden spoon or spatula To break apart beef while cooking
  • 1 Sharp knife For chopping onions and toppings
  • 1 Cutting board For safe food prep
  • 1 set Measuring cups and spoons For accurate seasoning
  • 1 Cooling rack Prevents soggy bottoms after baking
  • Optional Silicone muffin cups Makes removal and cleanup easier

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 blend) Juicy and flavorful
  • 1 can Refrigerated biscuit dough (8 count) Pillsbury Grands or similar
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Sharp cheddar preferred
  • ½ cup Diced onions Yellow or white onions work
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup Adds sweetness and moisture
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard Yellow or Dijon
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Adds savory depth
  • ½ teaspoon Salt To taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper For balance
  • Cooking spray For greasing the muffin tin

Optional Toppings

  • ¼ cup Diced pickles Adds crunch
  • 3 strips Bacon Cooked and crumbled
  • Sesame seeds Sprinkle before baking
  • ¼ cup Extra cheddar cheese For topping

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  • Cook ground beef in skillet until browned, then add onions and cook 2–3 minutes. Drain grease.
  • Stir in ketchup, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let mixture cool slightly.
  • Flatten biscuit dough pieces into 4-inch circles and press into muffin cups.
  • Spoon 2 tablespoons of beef mixture into each dough cup and top with cheese.
  • Add optional toppings such as bacon or pickles.
  • Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  • Let cool 3–4 minutes before removing from the pan.
  • Serve warm and enjoy your cheeseburger cups!

Notes

  • Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 90g | Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 480mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 220IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 1.6mg