Bacon Double Cheeseburger Cups Recipe + Video

These Cheeseburger Cups are loaded with ground beef, bacon, and plenty of cheese. Perfectly poppable, these savory bites are ready in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients. Bake up a batch for dinner or an easy game-day snack! The recipe card below shows how to make this fun snack! 

What I love about these easy cheeseburger cups is that they can be a simple appetizer for the whole family to enjoy, or a main course.

All you need is a cupcake pan (or a muffin tin), and a few simple ingredients, and they’re sure to be a guaranteed hit. 

Not only is the ground beef cheeseburger mixture easy to make, but these burger bun cups are an easy way to curb that cheeseburger craving.

Pair with some cooked tater tots or French fries to really round out the theme! 

I’m also a fan of adding fun toppings to these healthy cheeseburger bites. Putting some diced onion, pickle slices, and even some cheese quarters on top is all fair game! 

Cheeseburger Cups

Once you sink your teeth into these bacon cheeseburger bites, you’ll be amazed at how these taste just like a double bacon cheeseburger!

They’re so much fun to eat, and kids especially will want to gobble them up in no time. It’s a simple way to get dinner on the table and a fun twist to the standard party fare.

For more bite-sized favorites, try these chicken parm meatballs or my easy Italian sliders. Both are ready in under an hour, and you can double or triple the recipes as needed.

And you can never go wrong with any of my famous bomb recipes! There are plenty of fillings to choose from, ranging from breakfast to dessert.

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Muffin Base – Combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and kosher salt to give your cheeseburger muffin cups structure and a soft, fluffy texture.
  
• Unsalted Butter – There’s plenty of salt in this recipe, so cut it where you can. If salted sticks are all you have on hand, reduce the amount of kosher salt by ⅛ – ¼ teaspoon.
  
• Whole Milk & Eggs – If you have the time, let these warm on the counter for a bit before getting started. Be sure to beat the eggs in a separate bowl first. You can also use skim milk if needed.
  
• Cheddar Cheese – I like to use mild cheddar in these cheeseburger cups, but sharp cheddar or Colby would be tasty too. And for a spicy kick, try Pepper Jack instead!
  
• Ground Beef & Bacon – Cook beef and bacon ahead of time and let them cool. Drain off any excess grease from the beef and crumble the bacon into small pieces.

Tips and Tricks to Make Perfect Cheeseburger Bites

• Try a different meat! 

For a leaner option, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef. You could also turn these into a tasty brunch offering with your favorite breakfast sausage.

• Add some spice. 

Swap the regular salt for a seasoned variety, or add a dash of hot sauce for an extra kick. Even a little Worcestershire sauce will go a long way when it comes to flavor!

• Don’t need as many? 

Easily halve this cheeseburger cups recipe, or make a full batch and freeze half for later.

• Time-saving tip:

I love to cook big batches of ground beef in the slow cooker, then portion them out to freeze for recipes like this one! 

If you’d rather cook it fresh, you can pop the bacon in the oven while you brown the meat on the stove.

Prep Ahead

• Cook ground beef and bacon
• Grate cheese
• Whisk eggs
• Grease muffin pans
• Preheat oven to 350°F

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• Mini Muffin Pans – These are the kind with 24 wells per pan, not the standard dozen.
• Large Mixing Bowl – I like to have a variety of sizes on hand, and this set has them all.
• 1 Tablespoon Scoop – The easiest way to fill your muffin pan and get evenly sized cheeseburger cups.
• Cheese Grater – Fresh cheese makes this recipe even better! Skip the bagged shreds and buy a block to grate yourself.
• Large skillet pan – For cooking the meat. 
• Nonstick spray / cooking spray – To keep them from sticking. 
• Wooden spoon – For stirring and to divide ground beef mixture evenly in the muffin tin. 

Serving Suggestions

Pair these cheeseburger bites with all of your favorite burger condiments for dipping — ketchup, mustard, mayo, and even relish!

Add a simple salad or veggie dish as a side, or toss some fries in the air fryer and call it a day!

Cheeseburger Cups Recipe FAQ

Storing and Reheating Cheeseburger Muffin Cups

Once cool, transfer leftovers to an airtight container or zippered storage bag. Bacon cheeseburger bites will last for about 3-4 days in the refrigerator.

Reheat a couple in the microwave or a larger batch in the oven.

Enjoy!

With love, from our simple kitchen to yours.

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Originally published August 2013, updated and republished May 2025

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