Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

These cheeseburger egg rolls turn your basic burger into a fun handheld snack. Every crunchy wrapper holds a tasty mix of seasoned beef, gooey cheese, and zesty pickles, making an amazing flavor combo that'll be the hit of any party.

I came up with this idea during a stormy weekend when we couldn't decide between burgers or something crunchy. Now, we make these egg rolls every Friday, and everyone jumps in to help roll them up together.

Key Ingredients

• Ground beef: Go for 80/20 meat for the right mix of taste and moisture. Pick meat that's bright red with nice fat streaks
• Onion: Grab sweet varieties for the tastiest base. Look for ones that feel heavy and have tight, shiny skins
• Pickles: Dills add that burger-joint kick. Grab the crunchy ones from the fridge section
• Cheddar cheese: The sharp stuff tastes best. Don't use pre-shredded – grate it yourself for better melting
• Egg roll wrappers: They need to be fresh for good sealing. They should bend without cracking
• Vegetable oil: You'll want something that can handle heat. Try canola or peanut oil if you have it

Instructions

Set Up Your Space:

Clear a nice big spot on your counter for rolling. Get all your stuff nearby, put a small water dish for sealing the edges, and cover a baking sheet with parchment for your finished rolls. Having everything close makes the whole job way easier.

Brown The Beef:

Get your big skillet medium-hot. Drop in the ground beef and break it into tiny bits with your wooden spoon, making pieces about the size of peas. Keep an eye on it as it cooks, giving it a stir now and then until you don't see any pink. This usually takes around 8 minutes for just-right meat.

Soften Onions:

After your beef gets nice and brown, toss in those diced onions. Mix them with the meat and let them get soft and see-through. You'll want them completely tender and smelling good, which takes about 5 minutes.

Mix Your Filling:

Dump your cooked stuff into a big bowl and let it sit for about 5 minutes. It should be warm but not hot enough to burn you. Gently stir in your freshly grated cheese so it softens a bit without turning into goo. Mix in your chopped pickles so they're spread out evenly.

Start Rolling:

Put your first wrapper down like a diamond on your counter. Scoop three tablespoons of filling just below the middle, shaping it into a line going side to side. Leave about 1.5 inches empty on both sides.

Wrap It Up:

Take the bottom corner and pull it up over your filling, tucking it in nice and tight. Fold both side corners toward the middle, then keep rolling it up snugly. Wet the last corner with water to make it stick.

Oil Time:

Pour three inches of oil into your heavy pot. Get it to exactly 365°F, using a thermometer to check.

Fry Them Up:

Carefully put 2-3 rolls into the hot oil, seam-side down first. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn a rich golden brown. Flip them carefully with tongs.

Cool Down:

Lift rolls out with tongs and set them on a wire rack over paper towels. Let them cool for 3-5 minutes before you dig in.

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My grandma always told me that being patient with your frying temperature is what makes food go from just okay to amazing. I've found this to be so true when making these egg rolls.

Smart Storage

Keep uncooked rolls in the fridge with parchment paper between them for up to 24 hours. If you want to save them longer, freeze them on a parchment-covered baking sheet until they're hard, then move them to freezer bags.

Warming Tricks

Get that crunch back by putting fridge-stored rolls in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes. For frozen ones, just cook them an extra 5 minutes. Let them sit for 2 minutes after heating so you don't burn your mouth.

Tasty Combos

Whip up some fresh slaw for a crunchy contrast, or throw some fries on the side for that full burger joint feeling. Setting out different dipping sauces lets everyone fix their plate just how they like it.

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After making these cheeseburger egg rolls for years, they've become more than just another dish in my cookbook. They're the perfect mix of creative cooking and comfort food, showing that sometimes the tastiest meals come from thinking differently about familiar foods. Each time I make them, I remember all those family get-togethers and the simple joy of sharing tasty food with people I care about.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I prep these in advance and freeze them?

Sure! Freeze the uncooked rolls and fry straight from frozen. Just adjust cooking time.

→ What cheese melts best in these?

Go for cheddar or American cheese—they melt like a dream.

→ Can I toss in extra toppings?

Absolutely! Crumbled bacon, pickles, or even tomato bits work great.

→ Is air frying or deep frying better?

Deep frying makes them crunchier, but air frying is a lighter choice.

→ What dipping sauces should I use?

Try ranch, ketchup, mustard, or a tangy burger sauce.