Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pizza Recipe
If you love juicy burgers and cheesy pizza, you are in for a treat today. This Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pizza Recipe brings the best of both worlds to your kitchen table.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Pizza dough store-bought or homemade
- 1 lb Lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup Yellow onion finely diced
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Yellow mustard
- 2 tbsp Ketchup
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 6 slices Bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup Dill pickle chips
- 1 cup Shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat Your Oven
- Set your oven to 425°F (220°C). If you have a pizza stone, put it in now. A very hot oven ensures a crispy crust for your pizza.
Brown the Beef
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and diced onions. Cook until the meat is brown and the onions are soft and translucent.
Season the Meat
- Drain the excess grease from the skillet. Stir in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper. This step ensures the beef tastes like a seasoned burger patty.
Make the Secret Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup together. This tangy sauce replaces the tomato base. It gives the pizza that classic burger flavor.
Prepare the Dough
- Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface. Move it to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Brush the edges with a little olive oil.
Spread the Sauce
- Take your prepared sauce and spread it evenly over the dough. Leave a small border around the edges for the crust. Use a spoon for even coverage.
Add Beef and Bacon
- Spread the cooked ground beef and onion mixture over the sauce. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top. This adds a smoky, salty layer to the pizza.
Layer the Cheese
- Cover the meat with plenty of shredded cheddar cheese. Cheddar gives it that authentic cheeseburger look and taste. Feel free to use a cheese blend.
Bake the Pizza
- Place the pizza in the hot oven. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. The crust should be golden and the cheese should be bubbly and melted.
Add Fresh Toppings
- Remove the pizza from the oven. Let it cool for two minutes. Top with cold shredded lettuce and dill pickles before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use Cold Toppings: Always add the lettuce and pickles after baking. This keeps them crisp and refreshing against the hot cheese.
- Dough Tip: If your dough keeps shrinking back, let it rest at room temperature for 15 minutes. This relaxes the gluten.
- Spice it Up: Add some sliced jalapeños if you like a spicy "Western" style burger pizza.
- Extra Sauce: Keep some extra burger sauce on the side for dipping your crust. It tastes amazing!
- Cheese Choice: Switch cheddar for Pepper Jack if you want a little kick in every bite.
- Vegetarian Option: Swap the ground beef for plant-based crumbles to make a meat-free version.