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Ultimate Homemade Cheeseburger Pockets

Close-up of stacked, golden-brown cheeseburger pockets cut open to show savory ground beef and melted cheese filling.
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Make cheesy, handheld meals that taste like your favorite burger using simple ground beef and flaky pastry. These are perfect for quick weeknight dinners or freezer friendly meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 package (14.1 ounces) refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

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, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce into the cooked beef mixture. Cook for one minute more. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Once the beef mixture is cool enough to handle, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Unroll the crescent roll dough or puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface. If using crescent rolls, separate them into individual triangles. If using puff pastry, cut it into squares large enough to hold a filling.
  6. Place about 2 tablespoons of the beef and cheese mixture onto the wider end of each dough triangle or in the center of each square.
  7. Fold the dough over the filling to create a triangle or square pocket. Press the edges firmly together with a fork to seal the pocket completely. Make sure the seal is tight to prevent cheese leakage.
  8. Place the sealed pockets onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops lightly with the beaten egg wash.
  9. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
  10. Let the handheld meals cool slightly before serving. These are great for portable lunch ideas.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon of dried mustard powder to the beef mixture.
  • If you plan to freeze these, assemble them completely, brush with egg wash, and freeze them on the baking sheet until solid. Transfer the frozen pockets to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding 5-7 minutes to the baking time.
  • Serve these savory baked snacks with ketchup, mustard, or pickles on the side for a complete burger flavor experience.

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