Carnivore Pizza Burgers bring the best of both worlds—juicy burgers and cheesy, meaty pizza—into one satisfying bite. Perfect for a low-carb lifestyle or anyone craving a protein-packed meal, these are layered with seasoned ground beef, crispy pepperoni, and gooey mozzarella, all without a bun. It’s a pizza party and a BBQ rolled into one hearty dish!
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15–20 mins
Ingredients:
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1 ½ lbs 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 Italian seasoning
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
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12 slices pepperoni (sugar-free if strict carnivore)
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½ cup sugar-free pizza sauce (optional if not strict carnivore)
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Extra mozzarella slices (optional for topping)
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1 tbsp butter or tallow (for pan frying)
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Instructions:
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Preheat & Prep:
Heat a skillet or grill to medium-high heat. In a bowl, mix ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 large patties. -
Cook the Patties:
Melt butter or tallow in your pan. Cook patties 4–5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside. -
Build the Pizza Burger:
Place cooked patties on a baking tray. Top each with a spoonful of pizza sauce (optional), a layer of pepperoni, shredded mozzarella, and parmesan. -
Melt the Cheese:
Broil in the oven for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and melted. Watch closely to prevent burning. -
Serve Hot:
Serve as-is for full carnivore, or with a side of crispy bacon, eggs, or even a dollop of ricotta. -
Optional Toppings:
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Cooked sausage crumbles
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Cooked mushrooms (if not strict carnivore)
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Fried egg on top for extra richness
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More pepperoni or beef bacon
- Craving pizza but want to keep it meat-focused? These Carnivore Pizza Burgers are your answer—juicy, cheesy, and 100% satisfying. Let me know if you want a version with buns or a more keto twist!
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