This easy and delicious cheeseburger pie is the ultimate quick comfort food, inspired by Pioneer Woman’s hearty recipes. Perfect for busy weeknights, it combines creamy buttermilk batter, savory beef, and gooey cheddar cheese. Made with simple pantry staples, it’s versatile enough to customize with your favorite toppings like pickles, ketchup, or burger sauce.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 lb. lean ground beef
- 1/2 c. chopped yellow onion
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 2 large eggs
- 1 c. whole buttermilk, room temperature
- 1 Tbsp. salted butter, melted
- 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese
- Pickle slices, for serving
- Ketchup, for serving
- Burger sauce, for serving
How To Make Cheeseburger Pie Recipe?
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C / 400°F.
- Cook the beef mixture: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil, minced beef (ground beef), chopped onion, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and crumbly and the onions are softened (about 8–10 minutes). Drain any excess fat if desired. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and cook until absorbed (about 2 minutes).
- Prepare the pie plate: Spray a 23cm / 9-inch pie plate with nonstick cooking spray. Transfer the cooked beef mixture into the prepared pie plate, spreading it evenly.
- Make the batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter until smooth. Add the plain flour (all-purpose flour) and baking powder, whisking until fully combined.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the batter evenly over the beef mixture in the pie plate. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Serve: Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing. Serve with optional pickle slices, ketchup, and/or burger sauce for added flavor
Recipe Tips:
- Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Let the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter come to room temperature before mixing the batter. This helps create a smooth and even consistency for the pie topping.
- Drain Excess Fat: After cooking the beef, make sure to drain any excess fat. This prevents the pie from becoming greasy and keeps the flavors balanced.
- Don’t Overmix the Batter: When combining the flour and baking powder with the wet ingredients, mix until just smooth. Overmixing can make the batter dense instead of light and fluffy.
- Spread Cheese Evenly: For the perfect cheesy crust, sprinkle the cheddar evenly across the top before baking. This ensures every slice gets a delicious layer of melted cheese.
- Let It Rest Before Slicing: Allow the pie to rest for 5–10 minutes after baking. This helps it set properly, making it easier to slice and serve neatly.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: First, let the leftover cheeseburger pie cool to room temperature. Then, cover it tightly with plastic wrap or foil or transfer it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Let the pie cool completely, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap followed by foil, or place it in a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Place a slice on a microwave-safe plate and heat on medium power for 1–2 minutes, checking halfway to ensure even warming.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 514 kcal
- Total Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Cholesterol: 228mg
- Sodium: 642mg
- Potassium: Data not available
- Total Carbohydrate: 8g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 5g
- Protein: 43g
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Corned Beef Hash
- Pioneer Woman Stuffed Shells
- Pioneer Woman Cabbage Casserole
- Pioneer Woman Funeral Potatoes
Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pie
Description
This easy and delicious cheeseburger pie is the ultimate quick comfort food, inspired by Pioneer Woman’s hearty recipes. Perfect for busy weeknights, it combines creamy buttermilk batter, savory beef, and gooey cheddar cheese. Made with simple pantry staples, it’s versatile enough to customize with your favorite toppings like pickles, ketchup, or burger sauce.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C / 400°F.
- Cook the beef mixture: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil, minced beef (ground beef), chopped onion, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and crumbly and the onions are softened (about 8–10 minutes). Drain any excess fat if desired. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and cook until absorbed (about 2 minutes).
- Prepare the pie plate: Spray a 23cm / 9-inch pie plate with nonstick cooking spray. Transfer the cooked beef mixture into the prepared pie plate, spreading it evenly.
- Make the batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter until smooth. Add the plain flour (all-purpose flour) and baking powder, whisking until fully combined.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the batter evenly over the beef mixture in the pie plate. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Serve: Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing. Serve with optional pickle slices, ketchup, and/or burger sauce for added flavor
Notes
- Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Let the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter come to room temperature before mixing the batter. This helps create a smooth and even consistency for the pie topping.
- Drain Excess Fat: After cooking the beef, make sure to drain any excess fat. This prevents the pie from becoming greasy and keeps the flavors balanced.
- Don’t Overmix the Batter: When combining the flour and baking powder with the wet ingredients, mix until just smooth. Overmixing can make the batter dense instead of light and fluffy.
- Spread Cheese Evenly: For the perfect cheesy crust, sprinkle the cheddar evenly across the top before baking. This ensures every slice gets a delicious layer of melted cheese.
- Let It Rest Before Slicing: Allow the pie to rest for 5–10 minutes after baking. This helps it set properly, making it easier to slice and serve neatly.