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Cheeseburger Hot Pockets Recipe

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These Cheeseburger Hot Pockets are savory, handheld pastries filled with seasoned ground beef, sautéed vegetables, and melted cheddar cheese, all wrapped in flaky pie crusts and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a comforting lunch, dinner, or snack, they deliver all the classic cheeseburger flavors in a convenient pocket.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Dough & Topping

  • 1 package refrigerated pie crusts
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
  2. Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat to keep the filling from becoming greasy.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the vegetables become tender and aromatic, about 5 minutes.
  4. Season the Mixture: Stir in salt, black pepper, paprika, dried oregano, basil, thyme, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly to ensure even seasoning throughout the filling.
  5. Cool the Filling: Remove the skillet from heat and allow the meat and vegetable mixture to cool slightly, which will make it easier to handle when assembling.
  6. Prepare Pie Crusts: Unroll the refrigerated pie crusts on a clean surface and cut into squares or rectangles of desired size, typically around 4×4 inches.
  7. Fill the Crusts: Spoon a generous amount of the cooled beef mixture onto one half of each pie crust piece, spreading it evenly but leaving edges free for sealing.
  8. Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the filling to create a melty, cheesy layer inside the hot pockets.
  9. Seal the Hot Pockets: Fold the other half of the pie crust over the filling and press the edges firmly to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork to ensure they stay closed during baking.
  10. Apply Egg Wash: Place each assembled hot pocket on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with the beaten egg to achieve a shiny, golden-brown crust.
  11. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling is heated through. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • You can add pickles or ketchup inside the hot pockets after baking for an extra cheeseburger flavor.
  • Make sure not to overfill the pockets to avoid leakage during baking.
  • Refrigerate any leftover hot pockets and reheat in the oven or toaster oven for best texture.
  • Use a fork to crimp edges to help seal and prevent filling from leaking.

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