A delicious retro classic! These pizza burgers combine the juicy flavor of a hamburger with the cheesy, saucy goodness of pizza. They’re hearty, nostalgic, and perfect for family dinners or game-day meals.
Ingredients
1 lb (450 g) ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or oregano + basil)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup pizza sauce (or marinara sauce)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
6 hamburger buns (or toasted sandwich rolls)
10 slices pepperoni (optional but delicious!)
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter for cooking
How to Make Old School Pizza Burgers
- Cook the Beef
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and cook until soft.
Add ground beef and break it apart while cooking.
Season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Continue cooking until the beef is browned and no longer pink.
Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add Pizza Flavor
Pour in the pizza sauce and mix well with the beef.
Let it simmer on low heat for 3–4 minutes.
- Prepare the Buns
Place hamburger buns on a baking tray cut side up.
Toast lightly in the oven or on a skillet until warm and slightly crisp.
- Build the Pizza Burgers
Spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture onto each bun.
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Add pepperoni slices on top (optional).
- Melt the Cheese
Place the assembled buns under the broiler for 3–5 minutes
OR bake at 200°C / 400°F for 8–10 minutes
until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with:
Garlic fries
Salad
Onion rings
Coleslaw
Extra toppings you can add:
Sautéed mushrooms
Jalapeños
Black olives
Extra parmesan
Tips
For extra cheesiness, mix mozzarella and cheddar together.
If you like spice, add red chili flakes or hot sauce to the meat.
Enjoy