14 Cheeseburger Recipes That Don’t Come in a Bun (2024)

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September 13, 2019 at 5:00pm EDT

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ICYMI, September 18^th is a day to be celebrated. Why? We’re glad you asked — it’s National Cheeseburger Day! As in, yes, it’s a thing and, if you haven’t been cheers’ing your friends and family with cheeseburgers on this special day, you’re missing out.

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There are many reasons to know and revel in this date aside from simply rejoicing that such a day exists. Like, for instance, the fact that some restaurants serve up free burgers on National Cheeseburger Day. Or how about the fact that this annual celebration began in 1926 with a 16-year-old boy flipping burgers? As you may have guessed, it was on that date the kid — a California teen by the name of Lionel Sternberger — had the bright idea to top a classic patty with cheese.

Naturally, you probably already know how to make a cheeseburger. But because this date deserves to be toasted (food puns for life!) in its full glory, we gathered some of the tastiest cheeseburger recipes out there… that don’t come in a bun.

Bacon Cheeseburger Grilled Cheese Casserole
When a single cheeseburger just won’t do, why not turn the ingredients into a whole casserole? This Is Not Diet Food has the decadent recipe, which sees ground beef, onions and cheese sandwiched between layers of toasted bread. Yum doesn’t even begin to cover it.
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Bacon Cheeseburger Soup
Say hello to your new cool weather favorite!Cookies and Cups’ ingenious soup tastes just like a bacon cheeseburger in a bowl. And if you top it with toasted bun “croutons,” lettuce and tomato, it’ll look the part, too.
Baked Bacon Cheeseburger Egg Rolls
As firm believers that everything tastes good in egg roll form, we’d be remiss not to introduce you to Liz On Call’s bacon cheeseburger egg rolls. Perk? Unlike other cheeseburger egg roll recipes out there, this one is baked instead of fried.
Big Mac Cheeseburger Salad
Who says you can’t have a cheeseburger and still follow a healthy lifestyle? Wholesome Yum proves the two aren’t mutually exclusive with this delectable (and light!) Keto-friendly, gluten-free cheeseburger salad. It’s like a Big Mac in a bowl minus most of the carbs.
Cheddar Cheeseburger Meatloaf
It was only a matter of time before someone combined two of the most beloved comfort foods you can get: meatloaf and cheeseburger. Budget Bytes’ hybrid recipe would work especially well in a house with picky eaters, because no one can resist meatloaf that tastes like this.
Cheeseburger Pasta
If you love a good bacon cheeseburger but your family has a penchant for pasta, serve up a dish that’ll satisfy you both. Dinner at the Zoo’s cheeseburger pasta pairs pasta shells with ground beef, cheese, tomato sauce, bacon and pickles to create a unique crowd-pleaser.
Cheeseburger Quesadillas
You’ve probably had a hundred cheese quesadillas in your life, but have you experienced a cheeseburger quesadilla yet? Let Yammie’s Noshery be your guide as you try this wildly yummy recipe.
Cheeseburger Macaroni Skillet
You knew this was coming, right? We couldn’t very well round up bunless cheeseburger recipes without including good ol’ fashioned hamburger (or cheeseburger, as it were) helper. House of Nash Eats has all the deets on this DIY version so you can get cooking.
Cheeseburger Stromboli
Move over, pizza! There’s a new Italian-food favorite in the house, and it features a healthy dose of downhome Americana goodness. Curious? Give Cooking for Keeps’ cheeseburger stromboli a try if you’re ready to replace your “pie” habit.
Grilled Cheeseburger Wraps
Maybe you’re just not a fan of sesame-seed buns, but you still want that classic cheeseburger taste. Six Sisters Stuff’s grilled cheeseburger wrap recipe is a lighter version of the burger you know and love. Same great taste, different “shell.”
Healthy Cheeseburger Bites
Whether you’re watching your carbs or you’re trying to find a new after-school snack recipe for your kiddos, Mason Woodruff’s cheeseburger bites fit the bill (they’re only 50 calories each!). What’s especially nice about this recipe is its capacity for customization. You can set out all sorts of sauces and sides so everyone can choose what they like best.
Impossible Cheeseburger Pie
When it comes to savory pies, you can’t go wrong with one that’s filled to the brim with meat and cheese. Simply Stacie’s recipe doesn’t skimp on either ingredient, which is probably why this is one of the best savorie pies you’ll ever taste.
Keto Cheeseburger Helper
If you’re living that low-carb lifestyle but have been craving Hamburger Helper, don’t despair. Hey Keto Mama has just the recipe for you! This keto cheeseburger helper recipe is quick, easy, tastes like the original version and won’t kick you out of ketosis.
One-Pot Cheeseburger Macaroni
Another riff on Hamburger Helper, this recipe from the The Slow Roasted Italian boasts a bit of Italian flair. A special blend of herbs and spices, along with fresh tomatoes, set it apart from the boxed stuff. And, bonus, you can make it all in one pot.
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