Cheeseburger Pinwheel Bites (Printer-Friendly)
Golden dough rolled with beef, sharp cheddar, and seasonings; baked bites perfect for sharing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meat and Aromatics
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450 grams lean ground beef
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100 grams diced yellow onion (about 1 medium onion)
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3 grams minced garlic (about 1 clove)
→ Sauces and Seasonings
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120 grams canned diced tomatoes, drained
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15 milliliters Worcestershire sauce
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15 milliliters Dijon mustard
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5 grams kosher salt
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2 grams freshly ground black pepper
→ Dough and Cheese
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450 grams prepared pizza dough
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180 grams sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
→ Finishing Touches
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15 milliliters extra virgin olive oil
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5 grams sesame seeds
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef with diced onions and minced garlic. Stir frequently, breaking the beef into crumbles, until fully browned with no pink remaining, about 7 to 9 minutes.
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Incorporate drained diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper into the beef mixture. Stir well and cook until the liquid evaporates and the filling thickens. Drain any excess moisture carefully to prevent soggy dough.
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Preheat the oven to 204°C (400°F). Spray a 12-cup muffin tin evenly with nonstick cooking spray. On a floured surface, roll pizza dough into a 30x38 cm rectangle, maintaining even thickness.
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Spread the cooled beef filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1.3 cm border around edges. Sprinkle approximately 135 grams of shredded cheddar evenly on top. Starting from a shorter edge, roll the dough tightly into a log.
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Using a serrated knife, cut the log into 12 equal slices. Place each slice cut-side up into prepared muffin tin cups.
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Brush the tops of each pinwheel with olive oil and sprinkle sesame seeds over them. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, until golden on top.
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Remove the tin from the oven and distribute the remaining cheddar cheese over each pinwheel. Return to the oven and bake an additional 2 to 3 minutes until cheese melts completely.
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Allow pinwheels to rest in the muffin tin for several minutes to firm up before removing. Serve warm to enjoy melted cheese and soft filling.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Brushing the dough with olive oil before baking helps prevent sogginess and creates a golden crust.
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Rolling the dough tightly ensures the pinwheels hold their spiral shape during baking.
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Using a sharp serrated knife results in clean, even slices without squashing the dough log.
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Baked pinwheels freeze well; wrap individually before storing and reheat at 175°C (350°F) until warm.