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Spread a spoonful of marinara sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Place a cooked burger patty on top, then spoon more marinara sauce over the patty. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese, and if desired, top with your favorite pizza toppings like pepperoni slices, bell peppers, black olives, or mushrooms.
4. Melt the Cheese:
Place the assembled mini pizza burgers under the broiler in your oven for 1-2 minutes, just long enough for the cheese to melt and get bubbly. Be sure to keep an eye on them so the cheese doesn’t burn.
5. Serve:
Once the cheese has melted, remove the mini pizza burgers from the oven. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for an extra burst of flavor. Place the top half of the buns on each mini burger and serve immediately with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
Tips for Success:
- Ground Meat Options: While ground beef is traditional, you can also use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version. If you’re using lean meat, consider adding a little olive oil or a pat of butter to keep the burgers moist.
- Burger Size: Feel free to make the burgers larger if you prefer regular-sized burgers instead of sliders. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Toppings: The beauty of these mini pizza burgers is their versatility. Feel free to add any of your favorite pizza toppings, such as bacon, sausage, fresh tomatoes, or even a drizzle of balsamic glaze for extra flavor.
- Make-Ahead Option: You can make the burger patties ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to a day before cooking. You can also freeze the uncooked patties for up to 3 months and cook them straight from the freezer.
- Vegetarian Version: Swap the ground beef for vegetarian patties or black bean burgers and top with your favorite veggie pizza toppings.
Serving Suggestions:
- Side Dishes: Serve the mini pizza burgers with crispy oven-baked fries, sweet potato fries, or a simple side salad with Italian dressing to complement the pizza flavors.
- For a Fun Theme Party: These mini pizza burgers are perfect for a pizza-themed party. Serve them alongside mini pizzas, breadsticks, and a variety of dipping sauces for a fun and interactive meal.
- Kids’ Party Favorite: Kids will love these mini pizza burgers! They’re easy to handle and customizable with their favorite toppings, making them perfect for little hands and picky eaters.
Conclusion:
These Mini Pizza Burgers are a fun, creative, and delicious twist on the classic burger. Packed with all the flavors of a pizza, they are sure to please a crowd, whether you’re serving them at a family dinner, game day gathering, or party. With their juicy patties, melted mozzarella, and tangy marinara sauce, these burgers are guaranteed to be a hit! Simple, quick, and customizable, this recipe is one you’ll want to make over and over again.
