Garlic Butter Bacon Cheeseburger Rollups

Description:
These Garlic Butter Bacon Cheeseburger Rollups are the ultimate comfort food. Combining the savory flavors of bacon, ground beef, melty cheese, and a garlic butter sauce, all wrapped up in a crispy, golden crust, these rollups are perfect for a quick dinner or party appetizer. Easy to make, full of flavor, and guaranteed to satisfy your cheeseburger cravings in a whole new way.

Origin:
This recipe is a fun twist on classic cheeseburgers, taking the flavors and transforming them into a delicious handheld rollup. It’s a fusion of comfort food and creative cooking, designed to bring the flavors of a bacon cheeseburger into a bite-sized treat.

Ingredients Quantity:

Ground beef: 1 lb
Bacon (chopped): 4 slices
Cheddar cheese (shredded): 1 cup
Cream cheese (softened): 4 oz
Garlic powder: 1 teaspoon
Onion powder: 1 teaspoon
Worcestershire sauce: 1 tablespoon
Salt and pepper to taste
Pillsbury pizza dough or crescent roll dough: 1 can
Butter (melted): 4 tablespoons
Minced garlic: 2 cloves
Fresh parsley (chopped, optional): 2 tablespoons

Ingredients Optional:

Dill pickles (sliced thin) for a tangy crunch
Mozzarella cheese for a different cheese twist
Green onions or chives for garnish
Ketchup and mustard for dipping
A sprinkle of sesame seeds for extra texture
Fresh lettuce to add after baking for a “cheeseburger” feel

Instruction:

Cook the bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels. Leave a little bacon grease in the pan for the beef.
Cook the beef: In the same skillet, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Once fully cooked, drain any excess grease.
Combine the beef mixture: Add the cooked bacon to the ground beef mixture. Stir in the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined. Set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare the dough: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the pizza dough or crescent roll dough on a lightly floured surface. If using pizza dough, roll it out into a rectangle shape (about 12×8 inches). If using crescent dough, simply unroll the dough into a large rectangle.
Assemble the rollups: Spread the beef and bacon mixture evenly across the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Starting from the long side, carefully roll the dough into a tight log or cylinder.
Slice the rollups: Cut the rolled dough into about 8-10 equal slices, depending on the size of the rollup.
Make the garlic butter: In a small bowl, melt the butter and mix in the minced garlic.
Bake: Place the rollups on a greased baking sheet, brush them with the garlic butter mixture, and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve with ketchup, mustard, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips of Success:

Don’t overstuff: Make sure not to add too much filling to the dough. If overstuffed, the rollups might spill out during baking.
Golden brown finish: Brush the rollups generously with garlic butter for a rich, flavorful crust.
Perfectly cooked bacon: For the best crispy bacon, cook it in a separate pan and drain well. Bacon bits add a great texture and flavor to these rollups.
If you’re using crescent roll dough, be careful when unrolling it, as it can tear easily. Handle gently.

Recommendation:
These Garlic Butter Bacon Cheeseburger Rollups make a fantastic appetizer or a casual meal. They’re great for parties, game day, or as a quick weeknight dinner. Serve with a side of coleslaw, pickles, or a small salad to balance out the richness.

Nutrition (per rollup, approx.):