Cheeseburger Cups transform ordinary burger night into an exciting handheld adventure for the whole family. Also, these savory bites pack all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger into portable cups. Kids especially love grabbing these mini-meals without any burger slide-off or messy drips. Moreover, the flaky biscuit exterior creates a perfect vessel for the juicy, seasoned beef inside. In short, the melted cheese forms a golden crown that seals in all the delicious flavors. Finally, these cups solve the age-old dilemma of serving burgers to a crowd with minimal fuss.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1.5 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tube (12 oz) refrigerated biscuits
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat and drain
- Mix in the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce, then heat through
- Press each biscuit into the bottom and up the sides of a greased muffin cup
- Fill cups with the beef mixture and top with cheese
- Bake for 15 minutes until golden and bubbly
Pro Tips:
- Makes 6 servings at about 475 calories each
- Total cooking time is just 30 minutes
- For extra flavor, you can add a ranch variation by mixing in ranch seasoning and bacon
- Let them cool for 5 minutes before serving to avoid burning little mouths
- These are perfect for kids but adults love them too
Here’s an exciting spread of toppings to create the ultimate Cheeseburger Cup Bar:
Classic Toppings:
- Shredded lettuce (iceberg works best for crunch)
- Diced tomatoes
- Diced red onions
- Sliced pickles
- Extra shredded cheddar cheese
Sauce Station:
- Classic burger sauce
- Ranch dressing
- BBQ sauce
- Honey mustard
- Chipotle mayo
Fun Add-Ons:
- Crispy bacon bits
- Sliced avocado
- Jalapeños (for adventurous kids!)
- French fried onions
- Corn salsa
Creative Twists:
- Mac and cheese topping
- Crushed Doritos
- Diced bell peppers
- Sliced black olives
- Pineapple bits
Pro Tips for Your Topping Bar:
- Firstly, set up toppings in small bowls with spoons for easy serving
- Then place cold toppings on ice to keep fresh
- Additionally label each topping with fun names like “Crunchy Munchies” for lettuce
- Then arrange toppings from mild to spicy
- Include both kid-friendly and grown-up options
This setup turns dinner into an interactive experience where everyone can customize their cups!
Delicious Variations:
- Bacon Mac & Cheese Cups – Then Mix cooked macaroni and cheese into the beef mixture
- Pizza Burger Cups – Then add pepperoni and pizza sauce instead of ketchup mixture
- Mexican Fiesta Cups – Then season with taco seasoning and top with Mexican cheese blend
- BBQ Bacon Cups – Use BBQ sauce instead of ketchup and add crumbled bacon
- Southwest Cups – Then Add corn, black beans, and diced green chilies
- Ranch Lovers – Then Mix ranch seasoning into the meat
