Impossible Cheeseburger Pie

Impossible Cheeseburger Pie is an easy, old-fashioned dinner made with seasoned ground beef, tender onion, melted cheddar cheese, and a simple baking-mix batter. As it bakes, the batter settles around the beef and forms a soft, lightly golden crust without requiring any traditional pie dough.

It has all the familiar comfort of a cheeseburger but in an easy casserole-style dinner. The beef stays savory and juicy underneath a layer of cheddar, while the egg-and-milk mixture holds everything together so you can cut the finished pie into wedges.

The “impossible” part is really the simplicity. Instead of rolling pastry or preparing a separate crust, you pour a thin Bisquick-style batter directly over the filling and let the oven do the work.

Give the pie a few minutes to rest after baking. The center continues setting as it cools slightly, making those warm, cheesy wedges much easier to serve.

Ingredients You’ll Need

You’ll need just a handful of simple ingredients:

• Ground beef
• Yellow onion
• Cheddar cheese
• Baking mix
• Whole milk
• Eggs
• Salt
• Black pepper

How To Make Impossible Cheeseburger Pie

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9-inch pie plate.

Step 2: Add the ground beef and diced onion to a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3: Cook until the beef is completely browned and the onion has softened, breaking the meat into small crumbles as it cooks.

Step 4: Drain the beef thoroughly to remove the excess grease. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 5: Transfer the cooked beef and onion mixture to the prepared pie plate and spread it evenly across the bottom.

Step 6: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar evenly over the beef.

Step 7: In a medium bowl, whisk together the baking mix, whole milk, and eggs until smooth and evenly combined.

Step 8: Slowly pour the batter over the beef and cheese, distributing it evenly across the pie. There’s no need to stir the layers together.

Step 9: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until the center is set and the surface is lightly golden.

Step 10: Let the pie rest for 5–10 minutes before cutting it into wedges and serving warm.

Impossible Cheeseburger Pie Variations

Bacon Cheeseburger Pie

Add cooked, crumbled bacon to the ground beef mixture before topping it with cheddar.

Double-Cheese Cheeseburger Pie

Increase the cheddar or combine cheddar with Monterey Jack for an especially cheesy version.

Pickle Cheeseburger Pie

Add finely chopped dill pickles to the cooked beef for a tangy cheeseburger-inspired variation.

Mushroom Cheeseburger Pie

Cook sliced mushrooms with the ground beef and onion for additional savory flavor.

Spicy Cheeseburger Pie

Replace some of the cheddar with Pepper Jack or add diced jalapeño for a little heat.

Storing Impossible Cheeseburger Pie

Let leftovers cool, then transfer individual wedges to an airtight container or tightly cover the pie plate. Refrigerate within two hours and use within about 3–4 days.

Reheat individual portions in the microwave or cover several pieces and warm them in a 350°F oven until thoroughly hot.

What To Serve With Impossible Cheeseburger Pie

• Potato wedges: Crispy potatoes give you the familiar burger-and-fries combination in a different form.
• Green beans: Their simple, fresh flavor balances the savory beef and melted cheddar.
• Coleslaw: Cool, crunchy slaw adds a refreshing contrast to the warm, cheesy pie.
• Fresh salad: A crisp green salad with tangy vinaigrette keeps the meal from feeling too heavy.
• Roasted broccoli: Crisp-edged broccoli makes an easy vegetable addition to dinner.
• Dill pickles: Their sharp, tangy crunch works naturally with all the familiar cheeseburger flavors.

Drain the browned ground beef really well. Excess grease can collect around the bottom of the pie and interfere with the texture of the baking-mix layer.

And don’t rush to slice it straight from the oven. A short 5–10 minute rest allows the egg mixture to finish setting and gives you much cleaner wedges.