Dinner

Garlic Butter Cheeseburger Rollups Recipe

BySarah Summers November 3, 2025November 3, 2025

Introduction

Garlic Butter Cheeseburger Rollups are a fun and flavorful twist on classic cheeseburgers. These bite-sized rolls combine savory ground beef, melted cheese, and a delicious garlic butter finish wrapped in soft pizza dough. Perfect for a snack, appetizer, or a quick meal.

A close-up of a spiral savory roll with three visible layers: the outer dough layer is light beige and soft with a slightly browned edge; the middle layer is a golden melted cheese that glistens with a slightly crispy texture; the inner layer is a crumbly browned ground meat filling that is generously spread in a spiral pattern. The roll is topped with finely chopped green herbs scattered evenly across the surface. The roll sits on a white plate and the background is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb (450 g) ground beef
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp yellow mustard
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar & mozzarella)
1 can refrigerated pizza dough (or crescent dough sheet)
3 tbsp butter, melted
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until browned and cooked through.
Step 2: Add the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir in ketchup and mustard, cooking for an additional 1–2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3: Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle shape.
Step 4: Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly over the dough, then sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
Step 5: Starting at the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log.
Step 6: Slice the rolled dough into 1 to 1.5-inch thick pieces, creating pinwheel-shaped rollups.
Step 7: Place the rollups on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them apart.
Step 8: Mix melted butter with garlic powder, then brush this garlic butter over the tops of the rollups.
Step 9: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 10: After baking, brush with additional garlic butter if desired, sprinkle with dried parsley, and serve warm.

Tips & Variations

For extra gooeyness, add mozzarella cheese along with cheddar.
Try adding some chopped pickles or cooked bacon to the beef mixture for more classic cheeseburger flavors.
Use crescent dough for a flakier crust or homemade pizza dough for a more rustic texture.
Brush with garlic butter before baking and again right after for maximum flavor and shine.

Storage

Store leftover rollups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until warmed through to keep them crispy. They can also be frozen before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.