Cheeseburger Pizza Carniore Style
A carnivore-inspired cheeseburger pizza takes the best of both worlds – the hearty goodness of a cheeseburger and the cheesy, crispy perfection of a pizza. This recipe skips the traditional crust and uses a low-carb alternative, perfect for those following a carnivore or keto diet. With rich, savory toppings like ground beef, bacon, cheese, and pickles, it’s the ultimate indulgence for meat lovers.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (preferably 80/20 for flavor)
- 4 oz bacon (about 4 strips), chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for greasing)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional for creaminess)
- 2 tbsp mustard (for drizzle)
- 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup (for drizzle)
- 1/4 cup sliced pickles (optional, but recommended)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the crust (meat base):
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Season with salt and pepper. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
- In a separate pan, cook the bacon until crispy, then chop it into small pieces and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, chopped bacon, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, and eggs. Add the heavy cream if you want a creamier texture.
- Mix thoroughly until the mixture forms a dough-like consistency.
- Shape the pizza crust:
- Grease a pizza stone or baking sheet with olive oil or butter.
- Transfer the meat mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out into a circular shape, mimicking a pizza crust. Press it down firmly to create an even layer.
- Bake the meat crust in the preheated oven for about 15-18 minutes, or until it is golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Assemble the pizza:
- Once the meat crust is done, remove it from the oven.
- Spread a thin layer of mustard and sugar-free ketchup across the top for a “burger sauce” effect.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheeses on top.
- Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Finish and serve:
- Remove the pizza from the oven. Top with sliced pickles for an authentic cheeseburger flavor.
- Slice and serve hot, and enjoy your delicious carnivore-style cheeseburger pizza!
This savory pizza is satisfying and full of protein, ideal for anyone on a carnivore or keto diet. Enjoy the cheesy, meaty goodness!