Description
This Bacon Cheeseburger Roll Up combines the savory flavors of crispy bacon, seasoned ground beef, and creamy Velveeta cheese all wrapped inside a soft pizza dough. It’s a deliciously indulgent, oven-baked appetizer or main dish perfect for gatherings or family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Cheese
- 1 package bacon (about 12 strips)
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 lb Velveeta cheese, cut into chunks
Dough
- 1 roll (11 oz) refrigerated thin pizza dough
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: Cook the bacon using your preferred method until crispy. Place the cooked bacon on paper towels to drain excess fat and cool.
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the roll up.
- Brown the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain off excess grease to keep the mixture from becoming too greasy.
- Prepare the cheese: Cut the Velveeta cheese into chunks for easier mixing and melting.
- Mix the filling: Crumble the cooled bacon and place it in a large bowl. Add the browned ground beef and the chunks of Velveeta cheese. Mix thoroughly; the cheese will not be fully melted at this stage.
- Prepare the dough: Lay out the refrigerated pizza dough on a sheet of wax paper to prevent sticking and ease rolling.
- Spread the filling: Evenly spread the meat and cheese mixture over the entire surface of the pizza dough, ensuring full coverage.
- Roll up the dough: Using the wax paper to assist, carefully roll the dough with the filling inside into a tight log. Once rolled, lift the roll up with the wax paper, cradle it gently, and transfer it onto a greased baking sheet by rolling it off the wax paper.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes until the dough is cooked through and golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Remove the roll up from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. Slice into portions and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute Velveeta cheese with a mix of cheddar and mozzarella for a different flavor profile.
- Make sure to drain the ground beef well to avoid a soggy roll up.
- Use wax paper to help roll the dough tightly and cleanly onto the baking sheet.
- Letting the roll rest before slicing helps the cheese set slightly, making cleaner slices.
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a sprinkle of chili flakes into the meat mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: bacon cheeseburger roll up, bacon cheeseburger, baked roll up, pizza dough recipe, ground beef recipe, easy party food
