Cheesy Pizza Burgers on English Muffins

When you cannot decide between a juicy burger and a cheesy slice of pizza, there is no need to choose. Cheesy Pizza Burgers on English Muffins combine the savory goodness of a seasoned beef burger with the irresistible flavors of classic pizza, all served on crisp, toasted English muffins.

This easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a fun and satisfying meal. The English muffins become the perfect base, developing lightly crisp edges while staying soft enough to hold the juicy beef, rich pizza sauce, and melted cheese. A sprinkle of Italian seasoning and your favorite pizza toppings gives every bite that familiar pizzeria flavor.

Best of all, these pizza burgers are quick enough for a busy weeknight but fun enough to serve at a casual family dinner, game night, or weekend lunch.

Why You’ll Love These Cheesy Pizza Burgers

There is plenty to love about this simple recipe:

• Two comfort foods in one: It combines the hearty texture of a burger with the cheesy flavor of pizza.
• Quick and easy: The ingredients require very little preparation.
• Budget-friendly: Ground beef, English muffins, sauce, and cheese create a satisfying meal without complicated ingredients.
• Customizable: Add pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, olives, peppers, or any other favorite pizza toppings.
• Perfectly portioned: Each English muffin half makes an individual pizza burger that is easy to serve.
• Great for families: Everyone can customize their own with different toppings.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For approximately 4 servings, gather the following ingredients:

For the Beef Burgers

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, optional
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, if needed for cooking

For the Pizza Topping

• 4 English muffins, split in half
• 1 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil or parsley, optional

Optional Toppings

You can customize these pizza burgers with:

• Diced onions
• Sliced mushrooms
• Bell peppers
• Black olives
• Banana peppers
• Cooked bacon
• Italian sausage
• Diced jalapeños
• Red pepper flakes
• Extra mozzarella
• Provolone cheese

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare the Oven

Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. This will make cleanup easier and prevent the English muffins from sticking.

If you prefer especially crisp English muffin bases, place the baking sheet in the oven while it preheats. A hot baking sheet will give the bottoms a little extra toastiness.

Step 2: Season the Ground Beef

Place the ground beef in a medium mixing bowl.

Add the salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and Parmesan cheese if using.

Gently mix everything together with your hands or a fork. Try not to overwork the meat. Mixing too aggressively can make the burgers dense instead of tender.

The goal is to distribute the seasonings evenly while keeping the beef mixture loose.

Step 3: Shape the Mini Burger Patties

Divide the seasoned beef into four equal portions.

Shape each portion into a thin, round patty that is slightly larger than the diameter of your English muffin.

Making the patties slightly larger is helpful because ground beef shrinks as it cooks.

Keep the patties relatively thin. These are pizza burgers rather than thick traditional hamburgers, so a thinner patty allows the beef to cook evenly and makes it easier to layer with the pizza toppings.

Step 4: Cook the Beef Patties

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

If your beef is very lean, add a small amount of olive oil to the skillet.

Place the patties into the hot skillet, leaving enough space between them so they brown rather than steam.

Cook for approximately 3–4 minutes per side, depending on their thickness.

The patties should develop a nicely browned exterior and be cooked through. For food safety, ground beef should reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Once cooked, transfer the patties to a plate and let them rest briefly.

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