Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pie Recipe

Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pie turns seasoned ground beef and sweet onion into a baked dinner under a cheesy, biscuit-style top. A quick stir-together batter and shredded cheddar cap the savory layer before baking. The whole thing comes together in about 45 minutes and serves 6.

Ree Drummond, the Pioneer Woman, builds her version on a homemade baking mix instead of a store-bought box. You whisk flour, baking powder, eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter, then pour it straight over the meat. There is no crust to roll, so the top sets into a soft, golden layer as it bakes.

The base needs to be browned well and drained before the batter goes on. If the beef sits in its own fat, the bottom turns greasy and the batter never sets cleanly. Cooking the Worcestershire in until it is absorbed keeps the meat savory without leaving extra liquid behind.

Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pie Recipe

Recipe by Marry ThompsonCourse: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

10

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minutes

Cooking time

35

minutes

Calories

428

kcal

Cheeseburger Pie bakes into a sliceable round with a browned, crisp-edged top that sets firm over a savory, golden base.

Ingredients

• For the beef base

• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  

• 1 lb. lean ground beef
  

• 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
  

• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  

• 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  

• Nonstick cooking spray

• For the topping

• 2 large eggs
  

• 1 cup whole buttermilk, room temperature
  

• 1 Tbsp. salted butter, melted
  

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  

• 1 tsp. baking powder
  

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  

• For serving (optional)

• Pickle slices
  

• Ketchup
  

• Burger sauce
  

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 400°F. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the ground beef, onion, and salt. Cook 8 to 10 minutes until browned and crumbly, then drain any excess fat.
  
• Stir in the Worcestershire and cook about 2 minutes until absorbed. Spray a 9-inch pie plate with nonstick spray and transfer the meat mixture into it.
  
• Whisk the eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter until smooth, then whisk in the flour and baking powder. Pour the batter evenly over the meat.
  
• Sprinkle the cheddar all over the top. Bake about 25 minutes until the top is browned and the center is set.
  
• Slice and serve warm with pickles, ketchup, and burger sauce, if you like.
  

FAQs

Why is the center still wet when the top looks done?

Pull a pie that looks browned but jiggles, and the center just needs more time. The cheese colors before the egg-and-buttermilk layer finishes setting, so color alone is a poor doneness cue. Press the middle lightly, and bake until it springs back instead of sinking.

Can I make cheeseburger pie ahead of time?

Yes, and it reheats better than most baked dinners. Cover the pie plate tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for up to three days. Warm individual slices in the microwave, which keeps the cheese soft instead of rubbery.

Can I add more burger toppings?

Pile on whatever you would put on a burger, but add the fresh stuff after baking. Shredded lettuce, diced tomato, chopped onion, and crispy bacon all work once the slices hit the plate. Baking them under the cheese would steam the vegetables and water down the top.

What should I serve with cheeseburger pie?

Bread is the easy win here, since it turns a single pie into a full spread. A slice of cheesy garlic bread on the side soaks up any savory juices from the pie. Add pickles or a quick slaw for crunch, and dinner feels complete.