Delicious Pizza Burger Pie

Pizza Burger Pie Twist brings together everything folks love about burgers and pizza in one cozy pie. It's got a golden crust packed with juicy beef, gooey mozzarella, and spicy pepperoni. People always want seconds at family parties. You throw it together with stuff you probably already have around—just right for shaking up your dinner routine and warming you up inside.

I whipped this up the first time at a game night with friends—everyone wanted more right away. Now it's our go-to when we need a super satisfying meal in a hurry.

Ingredients

• 50 grams pepperoni slices: Kicks in that pizza spice. Go for short circles so it's easy to cut.
• 240 milliliters pizza sauce: Makes it saucy and rich. A thick, full-bodied sauce won't make your crust soggy.
• 1 egg: Helps the crust get shiny and crisp. Let it warm up on the counter before using.
• Teaspoon each garlic and onion powder: Lays down a tasty flavor base. Try to find spice blends without weird extras.
• 120 grams shredded mozzarella: Melty and tasty. Freshly grated cheese stretches better.
• 1 tablespoon olive oil: Stops the pie from sticking and adds a nice roasted kick. Milder oils fit best.
• Salt and pepper: Balances everything out. Flaky sea salt with fresh cracked pepper is ideal.
• Teaspoon Italian herb mix: Brings that classic pizza smell. Pick a blend heavy on basil and oregano.
• About 250 grams ready-to-use pizza dough: Quick, crispy shortcut. Roll it out when it's just barely chilled so it's easier to work with.
• 500 grams ground beef: Juicy filling. Coarse, fresh ground beef has the best taste.

Step-by-step directions

Let it rest and slice:

After baking, give the pie 5 to 10 minutes on the counter. The pieces will cut cleaner and the filling stays put.

Baking time:

Pop the pie on the middle oven rack and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The outside gets golden and firm. If the top lifts and isn't sticky, it's done.

Seal and brush the top:

Stretch out the leftover dough, lay it over the filling, and either press or twist the edges shut. Brush the top with beaten egg so it browns up nice.

Layer the filling:

Spoon all that savory meat sauce onto your prepared dough, then scatter mozzarella and pepperoni slices over everything.

Dough goes in the pan:

Use that olive oil to coat your pie pan. Press half your dough in and push it all the way up the sides. Keep it thin for max crispiness.

Mix up the sauce:

Add your onion and garlic powders, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper to the browned beef. Pour in the pizza sauce and stir till everything smells amazing and is evenly coated. Remove from heat.

Brown the beef:

Cook up the ground beef in a big skillet over medium till there's no pink left and it's all browned. Drain the fat—nobody wants a greasy pie.

Preheat your oven:

Get your oven warming to 200°C with both top and bottom heat. That’s how you get the whole pie baking nicely.

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Good to know

Super filling and works great for sharing with a crowd. If you have leftovers, they heat up super well. It's one of those mashups everyone at the table gets excited about. Whenever I slice up pepperoni for this, I remember the first time we had it at home—kids immediately asked when we could make it again. There's just nothing better than that cheesy, meaty center for me.

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Best way to keep your Pizza Burger Pie Twist

Cover any leftovers and stick them in the fridge—they’ll keep for up to three days. You can freeze cut pieces, too, and thaw them out when you want. Give it a few minutes in the oven to get the crust crunchy again when reheating.

Change up your pie's ingredients

You can swap the beef for chicken or even a plant-based ground if you want it lighter or veggie-friendly. Use lactose-free cheese if you need to. Adding diced soup veggies to the meat gives it a fresh kick.

Fun ways to serve it

A crisp green salad with balsamic goes awesome with this. Try a big dollop of garlicky yogurt dip on the side. For parties, bake little pies in a muffin tin—everyone gets a mini one.

Roots and inspiration

This dish puts a spin on classic American comfort food. Makes me think of those old-school diner vibes from the eighties. It's just the kind of thing you want for chill movie nights or hanging out with friends.

Recipe FAQs

→ Can I swap out the beef for something else?

Sure, ground chicken or turkey both work well if you’re after something lighter.

→ Got tips for a really crispy crust?

Fire up the oven so it’s hot before you bake, and give the top a brush with egg for that golden crunch.

→ How can I prep this ahead of time?

You can build the pie, cover it up, and stash it in the fridge. Let it sit out to warm up a bit before baking.

→ Want it spicier?

Go ahead and toss chopped jalapeños or chili flakes in with the meat as it cooks.

→ What’s good on the side?

A big green salad and some spicy dips make awesome sides.