Bacon Cheeseburger Pinwheels (Printer-Friendly)
Flaky dough rolled with beef, bacon, and cheddar for a savory handheld snack.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dough
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1 sheet crescent dough (or crescent rolls, seams pinched to seal)
→ Meat and Protein
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340 grams (12 ounces) lean ground beef
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6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
→ Vegetables and Aromatics
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60 grams (1/2 cup) finely diced onion
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2 grams (1 teaspoon) minced garlic
→ Cheese
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90 grams (1 cup) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
→ Seasonings
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3 grams (1/2 teaspoon) kosher salt
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1 gram (1/4 teaspoon) black pepper
# Steps to Make This:
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure the dough browns evenly and cheese melts properly.
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In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, diced onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Break the beef apart frequently and cook until no longer pink. Drain excess grease thoroughly to prevent sogginess.
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Unroll the crescent dough sheet onto a clean surface, smoothing out folds to form one even layer.
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Evenly sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the dough, then distribute chopped cooked bacon pieces. Spread the warm beef mixture evenly atop, pressing lightly to adhere.
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Starting at one short end, roll the dough tightly but gently into a log to keep filling contained. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 12 equal pinwheels.
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Arrange pinwheels flat side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for approximately 15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
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Allow pinwheels to cool slightly, then serve warm with ketchup, mustard, or preferred condiments.
# Additional Notes:
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Drain ground beef thoroughly to avoid soggy dough; rolling tightly yet gently keeps fillings secure.
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Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2-3 days and reheat crisply in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.