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Top-down view of a golden-brown Cheeseburger Crescent Ring on a rustic wooden surface

Cheeseburger Crescent Ring Recipe That Will Blow Your Mind (So Easy & Delicious!)

Kathleen ron
A crowd-pleasing, cheesy, savory comfort food made with seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar, and buttery crescent rolls, baked into a stunning golden ring. Perfect for family dinners, parties, or game night snacking!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course American
Cuisine Appetizer, Main Course
Servings 4 people
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 recommended
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 egg for egg wash, optional
  • Sesame seeds optional

Substitutes & Add-ons:

  • Swap beef with ground turkey chicken, or meat alternatives
  • Use different cheeses: mozzarella pepper jack, Swiss
  • Add-ins: mushrooms pickles, bell peppers, jalapeños
  • Healthier dough: whole wheat or low-carb alternatives

Instructions
 

Cook the Filling:

  • In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned.
  • Drain fat. Stir in ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  • Let cool slightly, then mix in shredded cheese.

Shape the Ring:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • On parchment-lined baking sheet, arrange crescent triangles in a circle (short ends overlapping at center).

Fill the Ring:

  • Spoon beef mixture in a ring shape over dough.
  • Fold triangle tips over filling and tuck under.

Finish & Bake:

  • Optional: brush dough with egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds.
  • Bake 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Rest 5 minutes, slice, and serve!

Notes

Quick FAQ

  • Make ahead? Yes, prep filling 1 day in advance.
  • Best cheeses? Cheddar, mozzarella, provolone, pepper jack.
  • Vegan version? Use plant-based meat, cheese, and dough.
  • Keep dough crisp? Avoid overstuffing and use cooked fillings.

Calories per Serving:

Approximately 550–600 calories

🔍 Breakdown (Per Serving for 4 People):

  • Ground Beef (1 lb, 80/20): ~290 calories
  • Crescent Rolls (2 cans): ~240–260 calories
  • Cheddar Cheese (1½ cups): ~160–180 calories
  • Ketchup, Mustard, Onion: ~30 calories
  • Optional Egg Wash & Sesame Seeds: ~20 calories
Total (approx.): ~550–600 calories per serving
Keyword Cheeseburger Crescent Ring