Why You’ll Love These Garlic Butter Cheeseburger Rollups
When you’re craving the flavors of a juicy cheeseburger but want something a bit more fun to serve, these Garlic Butter Cheeseburger Rollups are about to become your new favorite.
I love how they transform a classic burger into adorable, bite-sized pinwheels that everyone can’t help but grab.
They’re perfect for game day gatherings, kid-friendly dinners, or anytime you need a portable meal. The garlicky butter brushed on top? Pure genius.
And unlike traditional burgers, these rollups can be prepped ahead and easily reheated. No more standing over the grill while everyone else is having fun!
What Ingredients are in Garlic Butter Cheeseburger Rollups?
These Garlic Butter Cheeseburger Rollups bring together all the flavors we love about a good cheeseburger but in a fun, rolled-up format that’s perfect for sharing.
The combination of seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and that irresistible garlic butter topping creates a truly mouthwatering bite.
What makes these rollups so special is how they transform simple ingredients into something that feels like a treat—whether you’re serving them as appetizers or as a main dish with some sides.
- 1 lb (450g) halal ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar & mozzarella)
- 1 can refrigerated halal pizza dough or crescent dough sheet
- 3 tablespoons halal butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional, for garnish)
When shopping for these ingredients, you can definitely make some substitutions based on what you have available.
Not concerned about halal options? Any ground beef will work just fine.
You could even try ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
The cheese is another area where you can get creative—while the recipe calls for cheddar or a cheddar-mozzarella mix, feel free to experiment with pepper jack for some heat or Swiss for a different flavor profile.
Just make sure whatever cheese you choose melts well so you get that gooey cheeseburger experience in every bite.
How to Make These Garlic Butter Cheeseburger Rollups
Making these rollups is surprisingly simple, though the end result looks like you spent hours in the kitchen. Start by cooking 1 lb of halal ground beef with 1 small finely diced onion in a skillet over medium heat until the meat is thoroughly browned.
Then add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of black pepper to the mixture. The aromatics really make all the difference here—that garlic-onion combo is what gives these rollups that classic burger joint smell that makes everyone’s mouth water. Stir in 1 tablespoon of ketchup and 1 tablespoon of yellow mustard, letting everything cook together for another minute or two before removing the skillet from heat.
Now comes the fun part. Roll out your can of refrigerated halal pizza dough (or crescent dough sheet) into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Spread your beef mixture evenly across the dough, making sure to leave a small border around the edges.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese (or your cheddar-mozzarella mix) all over the beef layer. Then, starting at the long edge, roll the dough up tightly into a log shape—kind of like you’re making cinnamon rolls, but with savory burger filling instead. Use a sharp knife to slice this log into pieces about 1 to 1.5 inches thick. The slices will look like little pinwheels of beefy, cheesy goodness.
Place your rollups on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and before they go in the oven, brush them with a mixture of 3 tablespoons of melted halal butter combined with 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. This garlic butter topping is what really sets these apart from regular cheeseburger bites—it adds that rich, savory finish that makes you want to reach for just one more.
Bake them until the dough is golden brown and cooked through, and if you’re feeling fancy, sprinkle 1 teaspoon of dried parsley on top for a pop of color. When they come out of the oven, they’ll be bubbling with cheese and smelling absolutely incredible.
Let them cool for just a few minutes before serving, or risk burning your mouth in your enthusiasm to try them (we’ve all been there).
Garlic Butter Cheeseburger Rollups Substitutions and Variations
One of the best things about these rollups is how incredibly adaptable they’re to whatever ingredients you have on hand.
No beef? Try ground turkey, chicken, or even plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian twist.
The cheese is totally your playground too—pepper jack adds heat, blue cheese brings tang, and Swiss gives that nutty flavor I crave sometimes.
Got leftover veggies? Toss in some diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or jalapeños for extra kick.
For the dough, homemade pizza dough works if you’re feeling ambitious, or those refrigerated biscuits in a pinch.
The possibilities? Nearly endless.
What to Serve with Garlic Butter Cheeseburger Rollups
When choosing sides for these garlic butter cheeseburger rollups, I always aim for balance against their rich, savory profile. A crisp garden salad with vinaigrette cuts through the cheesy goodness perfectly.
Trust me, those fresh veggies provide the ideal counterpoint.
For something heartier, sweet potato fries or classic potato wedges work wonderfully—I can never resist dunking them in ranch dressing.
On hot summer days, a chilled pasta salad with plenty of vegetables keeps things light.
And don’t forget a simple pickle spear on the side! That tangy crunch complements the rollups in a way that makes my taste buds dance.
Final Thoughts
After creating these garlic butter cheeseburger rollups several times for my family, I’ve become completely convinced they’re the perfect solution for those busy weeknights when you crave comfort food but don’t want the usual burger routine.
The combination of seasoned beef, melty cheese, and that garlicky butter glaze takes these spirals to another level.
Plus, they’re portable enough for lunchboxes or quick handheld dinners.
What I love most is their versatility—swap in ground turkey, add diced pickles, or try different cheese blends.
Trust me, once you make these rollups, regular burgers might just take a backseat for a while.
Garlic Butter Cheeseburger Rollups
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Brown the ground beef with diced onion in a skillet over medium heat until thoroughly cooked.
- Add minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture. Stir in ketchup and yellow mustard, cooking for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Roll out the refrigerated pizza dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly across the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the beef layer.
- Starting at the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log shape.
- Slice the log into 1 to 1.5 inch thick pieces.
- Place rollups on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Combine melted butter with garlic powder and brush over the rollups.
- Bake until golden brown and cooked through.
- Optional: Sprinkle with dried parsley before serving.
