Description
This Classic Bisquick Cheeseburger Pie is the original Impossibly Easy Pie that has been a family favorite for decades. It combines the savory flavors of a cheeseburger seasoned beef, onions, and melted Cheddar with a magical biscuit crust that forms on its own while baking. With a hearty filling and a golden, fluffy topping, this 30-minute meal is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
The Beef Filling
- 1 pound lean ground beef (at least 80% lean)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Cooking spray (for the pan)
The Impossible Crust Batter
- 1/2 cup Original Bisquick mix
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
Prep
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a 9-inch glass pie pan with cooking spray.
Cook Beef
In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion. Stir occasionally until the beef is browned and crumbly (about 8–10 minutes). Crucial Step: Drain the excess grease thoroughly. If the meat is too greasy, the bottom crust won’t set.
Make Batter
While the beef cooks, whisk the milk, Bisquick mix, and eggs in a small bowl until blended and smooth.
Assemble
Transfer the drained beef and onion mixture to the prepared pie pan. Stir in the 1/2 teaspoon salt to season the meat directly. Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the beef. Pour the Bisquick batter evenly over the top of the cheese and meat.
Bake
Bake for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Serve
Let the pie rest for 5 minutes to firm up structure before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
Condiments are Key: To get the full “cheeseburger” experience, serve slices topped with cold ketchup, mustard, and dill pickle slices.
Bacon Variation: For a “Bacon Cheeseburger Pie,” stir 1/2 cup of cooked, crumbled bacon into the beef mixture before baking.
Pouring Tip: Try to pour the batter evenly over the ingredients. It will settle naturally, but starting with even coverage helps the crust form a uniform golden top.
Make Ahead: You can bake this pie, cool it, and freeze it wrapped in foil for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner / Savory Pie
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American Retro
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Slice (1/6 of pie)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
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