🧀🍔 Cheeseburger Pizza – Carnivore Style
Description:
This is pizza… reimagined for the meat-lover’s soul. No traditional crust, no carbs — just a rich, cheesy, protein-heavy base made of ground beef, eggs, and cheese, topped with your favorite burger fixings. It’s satisfying, simple, and absolutely beginner-friendly.
🥘 Ingredients:
For the Crust/Base:
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 or 85/15)
- 4 whole eggs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp mustard powder (optional for cheeseburger flavor)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Topping:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup chopped cooked bacon (optional but highly recommended)
- ¼ cup dill pickles, chopped (optional)
- 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup or mustard (optional)
- Optional: sliced onions or mushrooms (only if you’re relaxed carnivore)
🔪 Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- Mix the crust ingredients:
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, eggs, mozzarella, garlic powder, mustard powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. - Spread into pan:
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the baking dish, forming the “crust.” - Bake the base:
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the meat is fully cooked and edges are browned. Drain excess fat if necessary. - Add toppings:
Sprinkle with cheddar cheese, bacon, and other optional toppings like pickles or keto ketchup. - Return to oven:
Bake another 5–10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. - Cool & serve:
Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice and enjoy your high-protein, zero-carb pizza!
📝 Notes:
- This “pizza” is sturdy enough to hold like a slice if cooled slightly before serving.
- Pickles add great tang, but skip them if doing strict carnivore.
- You can double the recipe for meal prep — it reheats very well!
💡 Tips:
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a “grilled burger” flavor.
- Letting the meat base rest after baking improves texture.
- For more variety, use ground lamb, pork, or turkey.
- Craving a “Big Mac” style? Add a drizzle of homemade sugar-free burger sauce!
🍽️ Servings:
Makes 6–8 hearty slices
Serves 4–6 people, depending on appetite
⚡ Nutritional Info (Per Slice – Approximate):
- Calories: 350–400
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: <2g
- Sugar: <1g
- Fiber: 0g
Values may vary based on toppings and beef fat content.
✅ Benefits:
- Zero to low carb — great for keto or carnivore diets
- High protein & fat — promotes satiety and energy
- Simple ingredients — no special flours or binders needed
- Gluten-free, grain-free, and very beginner-friendly
- Can be customized for stricter or relaxed carnivore styles
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?
A: Yes, but the fat content is lower — you may want to add more cheese or a splash of cream.
Q: Is this freezer-friendly?
A: Absolutely! Slice, wrap, and freeze. Reheat in oven or air fryer for best results.
Q: Is it okay to add tomato sauce or veggies?
A: For strict carnivores, skip. For keto or relaxed carnivores, sugar-free tomato sauce or minimal low-carb veggies (like mushrooms or onions) are fine.
Q: Can I make it in a round pan?
A: Yes! Just adjust baking time for thickness.
Q: How long does it keep in the fridge?
A: 3–4 days in an airtight container. Great for meal prep!