Description
Savory burger bowls bring classic American comfort to a fresh, deconstructed canvas of flavor. Hearty ingredients create a satisfying meal that delivers all the deliciousness of a cheeseburger without the traditional bun, perfect for health-conscious diners seeking bold tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef (85/15 is recommended)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) black pepper
Toppings and Garnishes:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) sauteed onion
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped pickles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F, creating an optimal cooking environment for the upcoming burger bowls.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Thoroughly blend ingredients using hands to ensure even distribution of seasonings.
- Carefully press the seasoned beef mixture into muffin pan wells, sculpting each portion to create bowl-like shapes that rise slightly above the pan’s edges.
- Layer the beef bowls with sauteed onions, crumbled bacon, and chopped pickles, creating a rich flavor foundation.
- Generously crown each burger bowl with shredded sharp cheddar cheese, ensuring complete coverage for maximum meltiness.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, watching for golden cheese and fully cooked beef.
- Remove from oven and let burger bowls rest for 5 minutes, allowing them to set and cool slightly for easier handling.
- Gently extract burger bowls from the muffin pan and transfer to a serving platter, presenting these savory handheld delights while still warm and appetizing.
Notes
- Select lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and create a healthier burger bowl experience.
- Use a paper towel to pat down the beef mixture, removing extra moisture before pressing into muffin wells to prevent soggy bottoms.
- Customize fillings with different cheeses like blue cheese, pepper jack, or goat cheese for unique flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg