Cheesy Cheeseburger Pockets 🍔✨

Flaky, golden pastry meets juicy, seasoned beef and gooey cheddar in these irresistible Cheesy Cheeseburger Pockets! Each handheld bundle captures everything you love about a classic cheeseburger—savory meat, tangy condiments, and melted cheese—wrapped inside buttery crescent dough. Ready in less than 30 minutes, they’re ideal for weeknight dinners, game-day snacks, or quick lunches without the burger mess.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Think of these as the perfect marriage between a cheeseburger and a pastry turnover. Each bite bursts with juicy ground beef, melty cheese, and that iconic ketchup–mustard–Worcestershire combo. No frying, no fancy equipment, and minimal cleanup—just pure comfort food magic.

Perfect for:

Quick weeknight dinners (ready in 25 minutes!)
Lunchboxes or kid-friendly meals
Game days and potlucks
Fans of empanadas, calzones, or stuffed pastries

Ingredients

Savory Beef Filling

1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 for the juiciest flavor)
1 small onion, finely diced (~½ cup)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste

Assembly & Baking

1 package (8 oz / 225 g) refrigerated crescent roll dough
1 cup (100 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated melts best)

Optional Add-Ins & Dips

Pickle slices or relish (inside or on the side)
Dash of garlic powder or smoked paprika
Extra cheese sprinkled on top before baking
Dipping sauces: ketchup, ranch, or Thousand Island

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Cheesy Cheeseburger Pockets