Cheeseburger Lava Cake – A Melty, Meaty Showstopper

If you love cheeseburgers and you love stuffed foods, then you’re about to fall head over heels for Cheeseburger Lava Cake. Think of it as the ultimate burger-meets-casserole: juicy seasoned beef molded into a “cake,” stuffed with gooey cheese, and baked until golden and irresistible. When you cut into it, melty cheese flows out like lava — a true comfort food masterpiece.

Perfect for family dinners, game day, or anytime you want to serve something unique that makes everyone say “Whoa!”.

🍔 Cheeseburger Lava Cake Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef

• 1 small onion, finely diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella for extra stretch)

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• 1 egg

• 2 tbsp ketchup (plus extra for serving)

• 2 tbsp mustard

• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   • Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin or ramekins (large size).

2. Make the Beef Mixture

   • In a bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Mix just until combined.

3. Form the “Cakes”

   • Press some of the beef mixture into the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cup/ramekin to form a hollow “bowl.”

4. Add the Lava Center

   • Fill the hollow with a generous spoonful of shredded cheese.

5. Seal & Bake

   • Cover with more beef mixture, sealing the cheese inside.

   • Bake for 20–25 minutes, until beef is cooked through.

6. Serve

   • Let rest 5 minutes before cutting in — then enjoy the molten cheesy lava!

Tips for Success

• Use a blend of cheddar and mozzarella for flavor + stretch.

• Add diced pickles or jalapeños inside for a surprise twist.

• Serve with burger toppings: lettuce, tomato, ketchup, and even mini buns on the side.