Golden, flaky crescent rolls stuffed with savory ground beef, gooey cheddar, and all the classic cheeseburger flavors—these pockets are handheld comfort food at its finest. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re perfect for weeknight dinners, lunchboxes, game-day snacks, or anytime you crave a burger without the mess.
Why You’ll Love Them
Think of these as a flavor-packed cheeseburger wrapped in buttery, flaky pastry. Inspired by classic cheeseburgers and stuffed turnovers, each pocket combines juicy beef, melty cheese, and that iconic ketchup-mustard-Worcestershire zing. No frying, minimal cleanup, and ready fast thanks to refrigerated dough—but they taste like you spent hours in the kitchen.
Perfect for:
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Quick weeknight dinners (ready in ~25 minutes!)
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Kids’ lunches or picky eaters
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Game days, potlucks, and party appetizers
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Fans of empanadas, calzones, or stuffed pastries
Ingredients
Savory Beef Filling
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1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 recommended)
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1 small onion, finely diced (~½ cup)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp ketchup
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1 tbsp yellow mustard
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Assembly & Baking
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1 (8 oz / 225g) package refrigerated crescent roll dough
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1 cup (100g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Optional Add-Ins & Dips
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Pickle slices or relish (inside or on the side)
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Dash of garlic powder or smoked paprika in filling
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Extra cheese on top before baking
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Serve with ketchup, ranch, or thousand island dressing
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