Viral Burger-Stuffed Buns
A juicy seasoned burger patty baked inside a soft pillowy bun with melted cheese — TikTok's newest viral mashup.
In a nutshell: This authentic american viral burger-stuffed buns comes together in just 40 mins using simple whole ingredients. The chef's secret: a loose seam bursts in the oven and leaks cheese all over the baking sheet. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
Viral burger-stuffed buns: a juicy seasoned burger patty baked inside a soft pillowy bun with melted cheese. TikTok's newest mashup.
Key Equipment
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Chef's Pro-Tips
- Seal the dough tightly: a loose seam bursts in the oven and leaks cheese all over the baking sheet.
- Sear the patties first: a quick sear adds flavour and keeps the inside of the bun from going soggy.
- Let the buns rest before cutting: 5 minutes sets the cheese so it stretches instead of flooding out.
Ingredients
4
servings
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1 lb ground beef, 80/20
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp kosher salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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8 dinner rolls, soft, large, unbaked or par-baked dough balls
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8 slices cheddar cheese
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1 egg, beaten, for egg wash
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1 tbsp sesame seeds, for topping
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2 tbsp butter, melted, for brushing
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4 leaves lettuce, for serving, optional
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1 tomato, sliced, for serving, optional
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Season the Beef
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment. Mix the ground beef with the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper and Worcestershire sauce just until combined — do not overwork it.
Shape the Patties
Divide the beef into 4 portions and press each into a thick patty slightly smaller than your rolls. Sear in a hot skillet for 2 minutes per side — they do not need to cook through, as they finish in the oven.
Stuff the Buns
Flatten each dough ball into a round, place a patty and 2 slices of cheddar in the centre, then pull the dough up and around, pinching firmly to seal. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet, leaving space between buns.
Egg Wash and Bake
Brush with beaten egg, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and bake for 20-25 minutes until the buns are deeply golden and the internal temperature of the beef reaches 160°F.
Butter and Serve
Brush with melted butter and rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm, split open to show the cheesy centre, with lettuce, tomato and your favourite burger sauces.
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
Unbaked roll dough works best because it seals around the patty. If you only have baked buns, hollow out the centres, stuff, and wrap tightly in foil to bake.
Cheddar, American or pepper jack all melt beautifully. Avoid pre-shredded cheese — slices melt more evenly inside the bun.
Assemble up to a day ahead and refrigerate covered. Bake straight from the fridge, adding 5 minutes to the time.
Smash burgers are flat patties served in a bun; here the patty is baked inside the dough itself, so every bite is burger and bun together.
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