why make this recipe
Garlic Butter Beef Cheeseburger Rollups are a flavorful, hands-on twist on a classic cheeseburger. They combine juicy seasoned beef, melted cheese, and buttery garlic in a flaky crescent roll for a portable, family-friendly snack or meal. These rollups bake quickly, are easy to customize, and make great appetizers, weeknight dinners, or party finger food.
introduction
This recipe wraps cheeseburger fillings in crescent dough and finishes them with garlic butter for an irresistible golden crust. The combination of savory beef, melted cheese, and garlic butter gives you all the comfort of a cheeseburger in a neat, biteable package.
how to make Garlic Butter Beef Cheeseburger Rollups
Follow the simple Directions below for reliably tasty rollups. Use well-seasoned ground beef, drain excess fat so rolls aren’t soggy, and brush the tops generously with garlic butter for that signature flavor and shine. For best results, roll the dough tightly so the filling stays contained while baking.
Ingredients :
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or American)
- 1/4 cup garlic butter
- 1 package of refrigerated crescent roll dough
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: pickles, onions, mustard, ketchup
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Once cooked, drain any excess fat and mix in shredded cheese until melted.
- Roll out the crescent roll dough and cut into triangles.
- Place a spoonful of the beef and cheese mixture onto the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll the dough tightly around the filling.
- Brush the tops with garlic butter.
- Place rollups on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with optional toppings.
how to serve Garlic Butter Beef Cheeseburger Rollups
Serve warm straight from the oven. Offer classic burger toppings on the side (pickles, sliced onions, mustard, ketchup) so guests can customize each rollup. They pair well with a simple green salad, oven fries, or a bowl of tomato soup for dipping.
how to store Garlic Butter Beef Cheeseburger Rollups
- Refrigerator: Cool completely, place in an airtight container, and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes or until warmed through to preserve crispness.
- Freezer: Freeze unbaked rollups on a tray until firm, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time and checking for a golden crust.
tips to make Garlic Butter Beef Cheeseburger Rollups
- Drain the beef well to avoid soggy dough.
- Grate your own cheese for better melt and flavor.
- Seal the edges of the crescent dough firmly to prevent leaking.
- Brush the rolls with garlic butter both before and briefly after baking for extra flavor and shine.
- For even baking, use similar-sized portions of filling so each roll cooks uniformly.
variation (if any)
- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Add finely diced pickles, cooked bacon bits, or chopped jalapeños to the filling for extra flavor.
- Use different cheeses—Swiss, pepper jack, or mozzarella—to change the character of the rollups.
- Make mini bite-sized rollups for appetizers by cutting dough into smaller triangles.
FAQ
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Yes — prepare and assemble the rollups, then refrigerate for a few hours before baking. You can also freeze them as described above.
Q: How do I prevent the bottoms from getting soggy?
A: Drain the cooked beef thoroughly and avoid overfilling the dough. Baking on a preheated baking sheet helps create a crisp bottom.
Q: Can I use homemade dough instead of crescent rolls?
A: Absolutely. A flaky biscuit or puff pastry works well—adjust baking time as needed.
Conclusion
For a simple, crowd-pleasing twist on a cheeseburger, these Garlic Butter Beef Cheeseburger Rollups are hard to beat. If you want a visual guide or step-by-step photos to follow while you cook, check out this detailed recipe: Garlic Butter Cheeseburger Rollups.
Garlic Butter Beef Cheeseburger Rollups
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Once cooked, drain excess fat and mix in shredded cheese until melted.
- Roll out crescent roll dough and cut into triangles.
- Place a spoonful of the beef and cheese mixture onto the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll the dough tightly around the filling.
- Brush the tops with garlic butter.
- Place rollups on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with classic burger toppings on the side for customization.

