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Easy Cheeseburger Pockets with Crescent Rolls

Close-up of two golden brown cheeseburger pockets crescent rolls, one cut open showing seasoned ground beef and melted cheese.
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Make quick, handheld cheeseburger pockets using store-bought crescent roll dough for a comforting weeknight meal or appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon ketchup

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is fully browned and the onion is soft. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir the salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder into the cooked beef mixture. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. If using mustard or ketchup inside the filling, mix them in now.
  4. Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface. Separate the dough into 8 triangles.
  5. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto the wider end of each dough triangle. Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese over the meat mixture.
  6. Fold the dough over the filling to create a triangle shape. Press the edges firmly together to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork for extra security against leakage.
  7. Place the sealed pockets seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Brush the tops of the pockets lightly with the beaten egg wash. This helps them brown nicely.
  9. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the crescent roll dough is golden brown and cooked through.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve with extra ketchup, mustard, or pickle slices on the side.

Notes

  • For the best seal, press the dough edges together firmly with your fingers, then use a fork to crimp the edges closed. This prevents the cheese from melting out during baking.
  • If you prefer a shinier crust, you can skip the egg wash and brush the tops with melted butter instead.
  • These handheld dinner ideas are great for lunchboxes; let them cool completely before packing.

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