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Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Pizza Recipe – Ultimate Comfort Food


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Description

Enjoy the ultimate comfort food mashup with this Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Pizza! Loaded with juicy meatballs, crispy bacon, gooey cheese, and a tangy burger-inspired sauce, this pizza is perfect for family dinners, game nights, or weekend treats. Ready in just 30 minutes!


Ingredients

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  • 1 pizza dough
  • 1 cup cooked meatballs, halved
  • 4 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup pickles (optional), sliced
  • 1/4 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to desired thickness.
  2. Pre-Bake the Crust: Brush dough with olive oil and bake for 5 minutes until slightly golden.
  3. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix pizza sauce, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard.
  4. Assemble the Toppings: Spread sauce evenly over pre-baked crust. Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top.
  5. Add the Meatballs and Bacon: Arrange halved meatballs and crumbled bacon across the pizza.
  6. Enhance the Flavor: Sprinkle diced onions, garlic powder, and black pepper over the toppings.
  7. Bake to Perfection: Return pizza to oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly with a golden crust.
  8. Final Touches: Optionally garnish with pickle slices for an authentic cheeseburger taste.
  9. Slice and Serve: Let pizza cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Spicy Kick: Add jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce.
  • BBQ Style: Swap pizza sauce for BBQ sauce.
  • Keto-Friendly: Use a low-carb crust or cauliflower base.
  • Different Cheese Blends: Try gouda, provolone, or pepper jack.
  • Extra Toppings: Enhance with mushrooms, bell peppers, or avocado slices.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: main dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: bacon cheeseburger pizza, meatball pizza, comfort food pizza, cheeseburger-inspired pizza, game night recipe