Mini Blue Cheeseburger Pies - Easy Bisquick Muffin Pan Recipe
Individual cheeseburger pies baked in muffin cups combine seasoned ground beef, tangy blue cheese, and crispy French-fried onions with a simple Bisquick batter. These handheld savory pies make perfect appetizers for game day, casual dinners, or kids' meals. The impossible pie technique creates its own crust as it bakes, making this a foolproof recipe that delivers restaurant-style flavors in portable portions.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef, at least 80%
- 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
- ½ cup blue cheese, crumbled (2 oz)
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup Original Bisquick mixflour + baking powder1/2 cup flour + 1 tsp baking powderdietary
gluten-free if using GF flour
- ½ cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 6 tablespoons French-fried onions, from a can
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven and spray muffin cups with cooking spray
- 2
Cook beef and onion in skillet until beef is thoroughly cooked, then drain
- 3
Cool beef mixture, then stir in blue cheese and Worcestershire sauce
- 4
Whisk together Bisquick mix, milk, and eggs until blended
- 5
Spoon batter into muffin cups, top with beef mixture, then remaining batter
- 6
Bake until toothpick comes out clean and tops are golden brown
- 7
Sprinkle French-fried onions on top partway through baking
- 8
Cool in pan, then loosen with knife and transfer to cooling rack
Tips
Cool the beef mixture for 5 minutes before adding blue cheese to prevent melting and maintain texture contrast in the finished pies.
Use a thin knife to carefully loosen pie edges from the muffin pan to prevent breaking the delicate crust when removing.
Add French-fried onions 10 minutes into baking rather than at the start to prevent burning while ensuring they get golden and crispy.
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftover pies for up to 3 days in airtight container
Assemble pies in muffin cups and refrigerate up to 4 hours before baking
Serve warm or at room temperature as appetizers or light meal
Common Mistakes
Don't skip draining the beef to avoid soggy pie bottoms
Don't add French-fried onions at the start to avoid burning
Don't overmix the batter to avoid tough pies
Substitutions
gluten-free if using GF flour
FAQ
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the pies in muffin cups and refrigerate up to 4 hours before baking. You can also bake them completely and reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-8 minutes.
What if I don't have blue cheese?
Substitute with cheddar, Swiss, or your favorite cheese. Use the same amount but adjust to taste since blue cheese has a stronger flavor than most alternatives.
How long do these keep in the refrigerator?
Store leftover pies covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual pies in the microwave for 30-45 seconds or in a 350°F oven for 5-8 minutes.