Mini Pizza Burgers Recipe

Here’s a fun and easy Mini Pizza Burgers recipe that combines the best of burgers and pizza in a bite-sized treat!

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Mini Pizza Burgers Recipe

Servings: 12 sliders
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

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🧀 Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or ground turkey)

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1/4 cup pizza sauce (plus more for topping)

• 12 mini slider buns or dinner rolls

• 12 slices of pepperoni (optional)

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

• Olive oil or butter (for toasting buns)

• Fresh basil or oregano (for garnish, optional)

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🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Make the burger patties:

   • In a bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and pizza sauce.

   • Mix well and divide into 12 small patties.

3. Cook the patties:

   • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 3–4 minutes on each side until fully cooked.

4. Toast the buns (optional):

   • Lightly brush the inside of each bun with butter or olive oil and toast in a skillet or oven until golden.

5. Assemble the sliders:

   • Place each patty on the bottom half of a bun.

   • Top with 1 slice of pepperoni (if using), a spoonful of pizza sauce, and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan.

6. Melt the cheese:

   • Place the assembled sliders (open-faced) on a baking sheet.

   • Bake for 5–7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Finish and serve:

   • Add the top bun, garnish with chopped basil or oregano if desired, and serve warm.

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Would you like a vegetarian version of this recipe too?