Mini Cheeseburger Bites – The Perfect Bite-Sized Bunless Burger
I love a good burger, but sometimes, you just want the flavor without the heavy bun. That’s where these mini cheeseburger bites come in. They have everything you love about a classic cheeseburger (juicy beef, melty cheese, crisp lettuce, tangy pickles, and tomato) all packed into a bite-sized snack.
They are easy to put together, fun to eat, and perfect for when you want something a little different. Plus, they are great for serving up at gatherings without the mess of full-sized burgers.
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I love serving these mini cheeseburger bites at get-togethers because they are easy to grab and don’t require plates or utensils.
How to Make Mini Cheeseburger Bites
Here are the ingredients you need to make these mini cheeseburger bites, plus step by step instructions for how to make them.
Ingredients
- ½ lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp bread crumbs
- 1 tsp hamburger seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 4 slices cheddar cheese, quartered
- 16 small pieces lettuce
- 16 pickles
- 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
Step by Step Instructions
1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
2. Gather all your ingredients to make assembly easier. Quarter the cheese slices, halve the cherry tomatoes, and set aside the lettuce and pickles so everything is ready to go.
3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, hamburger seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to mix until the ingredients are well incorporated, but don’t overwork the meat to keep it tender.
4. Roll the mixture into 16 evenly sized meatballs and place them on the baking sheet. Press down gently to flatten them slightly. This helps them cook evenly and gives them more of a mini burger shape. Bake for 10 minutes, or until fully cooked through.
5. Once the mini patties are out of the oven, immediately place a quarter slice of cheese on each one so it melts slightly from the residual heat. Then, layer on a small piece of lettuce, a pickle, and a cherry tomato half.
6. Insert a toothpick through the center of each stack to hold everything together. Arrange them on a serving platter and enjoy while warm! Serve as-is or with your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup, mustard, or burger sauce.
These bite-sized cheeseburgers are a fun and tasty way to switch up your appetizer game. Once you try them, you’ll see how easy they are to throw together and how quickly they disappear. They bring all the best burger flavors into a simple, handheld bite.
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Mini Cheeseburger Bites
Ingredients
- ½ lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp bread crumbs
- 1 tsp hamburger seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 4 slices cheddar cheese, quartered
- 16 small pieces lettuce
- 16 pickles
- 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Gather all your ingredients to make assembly easier. Quarter the cheese slices, halve the cherry tomatoes, and set aside the lettuce and pickles so everything is ready to go.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, hamburger seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to mix until the ingredients are well incorporated, but don’t overwork the meat to keep it tender.
- Roll the mixture into 16 evenly sized meatballs and place them on the baking sheet. Press down gently to flatten them slightly. This helps them cook evenly and gives them more of a mini burger shape. Bake for 10 minutes, or until fully cooked through.
- Once the mini patties are out of the oven, immediately place a quarter slice of cheese on each one so it melts slightly from the residual heat. Then, layer on a small piece of lettuce, a pickle, and a cherry tomato half.
- Insert a toothpick through the center of each stack to hold everything together. Arrange them on a serving platter and enjoy while warm! Serve as-is or with your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup, mustard, or burger sauce.
