Name: Garlic Butter Beef Cheeseburger Rollups
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 1–2 tbsp ketchup (optional); 1 tsp mustard (optional); 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1 (8 oz) can refrigerated crescent roll dough; 4 tbsp melted butter; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; Fresh parsley or sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

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Garlic Butter Beef Cheeseburger Rollups are a fun, crave-worthy mashup of juicy cheeseburgers and flaky crescent rolls. Loaded with seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and brushed with garlic butter, these rollups are golden, gooey, and packed with burger flavor in every bite. Whether I serve them as a snack, dinner, or party appetizer, they disappear fast.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love how simple and satisfying these rollups are. They take all the best parts of a cheeseburger—savory beef, melted cheese, and buttery bread—and roll them into a handheld bite. The garlic butter adds that extra layer of indulgence that makes them impossible to resist. I can prep them in minutes, and they bake up golden and perfect every time. Garlic Butter Beef Cheeseburger Rollups

Ingredients

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Ground beef
Onion, finely chopped
Garlic, minced
Salt and pepper
Ketchup and mustard (optional for flavor)
Shredded cheddar cheese
Refrigerated crescent roll dough
Butter, melted
Garlic powder
Fresh parsley or sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Directions

I preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a skillet over medium heat, I cook the ground beef and onion until the beef is browned and the onions are soft. I drain excess grease, then stir in minced garlic, salt, pepper, and optional ketchup or mustard for that cheeseburger flavor.
I unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles.
I spoon a bit of the beef mixture onto the wide end of each triangle, top it with shredded cheese, and roll it up like a crescent.
I place them on the baking sheet and mix melted butter with garlic powder, then brush it over the tops of the rollups.
I bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
I garnish with parsley or sesame seeds, then serve warm.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes about 8 rollups (one tube of crescent rolls). It takes around 10 minutes to prep and 15 minutes to bake, so I can have them ready in under 30 minutes.

Variations

I sometimes add chopped pickles inside the rollups for that classic burger taste.
For a spicy kick, I mix in a little hot sauce or use pepper jack cheese.
I use ground turkey or plant-based meat for a lighter or vegetarian version.
I’ve tried wrapping them with puff pastry or pizza dough for a slightly different texture.
Dipping them in burger sauce, ranch, or ketchup takes them over the top.

storage/reheating

I store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, I use the oven or toaster oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–8 minutes so they stay crispy. The microwave works too, but the rolls can get soft. Garlic Butter Beef Cheeseburger Rollups

FAQs

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes. I prep and refrigerate the unbaked rollups for a few hours, then bake them fresh when I’m ready to serve.

What kind of cheese works best?

Cheddar is classic, but I’ve also used American, mozzarella, or a blend for different flavors and meltiness.

Can I use homemade dough?

Absolutely. I’ve made these with homemade pizza or biscuit dough, and they still turn out delicious.

Are these freezer-friendly?

Yes. I bake them first, let them cool, then freeze. To reheat, I bake from frozen at 350°F until heated through.

What can I serve with them?

I usually serve these with fries, a side salad, or a variety of dipping sauces like burger sauce, ranch, or mustard.

Conclusion

Garlic Butter Beef Cheeseburger Rollups are one of my favorite quick recipes when I want something cheesy, savory, and totally fun. They’re easy to make, loaded with flavor, and perfect for feeding a group or just treating myself to something delicious. With that golden garlic butter crust and melted cheeseburger center, these are always a hit.