Here’s a cheesy baked meat patties recipe—juicy inside, cheesy in the middle, and easy to make in the oven. Great for dinner, sliders, or meal prep.
🧀 Cheesy Baked Meat Patties
Ingredients (makes 6–8 patties)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- 1 tablespoon ketchup or Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup cheese cubes or shredded cheese
- (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
- Preheat to 375°F (190°C)
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil
2. Make the meat mixture
- In a large bowl, combine:
- Ground beef
- Onion
- Garlic
- Breadcrumbs
- Egg
- Salt, pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning
- Ketchup or Worcestershire sauce
- Mix gently until just combined (don’t overmix).
3. Form and stuff patties
- Divide meat mixture into equal portions.
- Flatten each portion into a disc.
- Place cheese in the center.
- Wrap meat around cheese and seal edges well.
- Flatten slightly into patties.
4. Bake
- Place patties on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through and lightly browned.
👉 Optional: For extra color, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
5. Serve
- Let rest 3–5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, salad, or in burger buns.
Tips & Variations
- Add chopped parsley or green onions for extra flavor
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version
- Top with extra cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking
- Add a spoon of marinara on top for an Italian-style patty
If you want, I can also give you a pan-fried version, a cheesy meat patty with gravy, or a stuffed burger-style version.