Wow, this carnivore bacon cheeseburger pie combines everything we love about a classic cheeseburger into one amazing dish!
It’s the perfect comfort food that stays true to the carnivore diet, giving you all the flavors without any unnecessary ingredients.
I created this recipe because I wanted something that would remind me of those classic diner cheeseburgers, but in a form that’s easy to prepare for the whole family.
The combination of ground beef, crispy bacon, and melted cheese creates a taste that’s simply irresistible.
The best part? You can prepare this in advance and reheat it throughout the week. It’s perfect for busy days when you want a satisfying meal but don’t have time to cook from scratch.
Plus, it’s filling enough that you won’t need any sides – though you can certainly add some if you’re feeding a crowd.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Perfect Comfort Food: Missing those classic cheeseburgers on your carnivore diet? This pie gives you all those familiar flavors you love, wrapped up in a warm, comforting dish.
The combination of melted cheese, ground beef, and crispy bacon creates that satisfying taste that reminds you of your favorite burger joint, but without any of the non carnivore ingredients.
Great for Families: Even family members who aren’t following the carnivore diet love this recipe.
It’s basically a deconstructed cheeseburger in pie form, which appeals to everyone – it’s delicious!
Crispy Bacon in Every Bite: The recipe cleverly uses bacon in two ways – mixed into the meat and sprinkled on top. This ensures you get that amazing bacon flavor and crunch in every single bite.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
To make the carnivore bacon cheeseburger pie you will need:
- 1.5 pounds (700g) Ground Beef (75-25%)
- 6 pieces Bacon (chopped)
- 3 Eggs (large)
- 7oz (200g) Cheddar Cheese (divided)
- 5fl oz (150ml) Double Cream / Heavy Cream (I highly recommend this cream – amazon link)
- Butter (for greasing)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
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👨🍳 How To Make
Follow these steps:
Step 1
Start by preheating the oven to 400°F (200°C) and greasing a frying pan with butter.
Step 2
Chop up three pieces of bacon. Add it to the pan with the ground beef, salt, and pepper. Cook everything until lightly browned.
Transfer the cooked beef and bacon to a baking dish.
Step 3
Crack three eggs into a bowl and whisk. Add them to the baking dish on top of the meat, then add the double cream and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix well.
Step 4
Top the dish with the remaining grated cheese and three more chopped pieces of bacon.
Step 5
Bake for 25-30 minutes. Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
💡Tips
1. The Cheese
Not all cheddar cheese is the same. Look for a full fat, aged cheddar that’s not too soft. The aged varieties have less moisture and melt better without becoming greasy.
Pre shredded cheese often contains anti caking agents and doesn’t melt as smoothly, so it’s worth taking the time to grate your own or find a good brand.
When layering the cheese, make sure to spread it evenly – clumps of cheese can create pockets that make the pie harder to slice.
2. Let The Pie Rest First!
The hardest part of making this pie is waiting for it to rest after baking. While it’s tempting to dig in right away, giving it 10-15 minutes to cool down makes a huge difference.
During this time, the eggs and cream continue to set, which helps the pie hold its shape when you cut it.
If you slice it too soon, it might be too runny in the middle. The resting time also lets the cheese settle, preventing it from oozing out too much when you cut into it.
Plus, this cooling period helps develop the flavors – just like how a steak tastes better after resting.
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FAQ
What if my pie comes out too watery?
If your pie is watery, it’s usually because of excess moisture from the ground beef. To prevent this, make sure to brown the meat well and drain any excess liquid before putting it in the baking dish.
Another trick is to let the browned meat cool for a few minutes in the pan – this allows more fat to render out.
Also, don’t skip the resting time after baking. Those 10-15 minutes are crucial for letting everything set properly. If you cut into it too soon, the hot liquid hasn’t had time to stabilize and will run everywhere.
Can I make this without cream?
While the heavy cream helps create the perfect texture, you can use sour cream instead. The pie won’t be quite as creamy but will still hold together well.
Just make sure whatever you use has a high fat content – low fat substitutes won’t work well in this recipe.
Carnivore Bacon Cheeseburger Pie
Print RecipeIngredients
- 1.5 pounds Ground Beef (700g) (75-25%)
- 6 pieces Bacon (chopped)
- 3 Eggs (large)
- 7 oz Cheddar Cheese (200g) (divided)
- 5 fl oz Double Cream / Heavy Cream (150ml) (I highly recommend this cream - amazon link)
- Butter (for greasing)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Start by preheating the oven to 400°F (200°C) and greasing a frying pan with butter.
- Chop up three pieces of bacon. Add it to the pan with the ground beef, salt, and pepper. Cook everything until lightly browned.Transfer the cooked beef and bacon to a baking dish.
- Crack three eggs into a bowl and whisk. Add them to the baking dish on top of the meat, then add the double cream and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix well.
- Top the dish with the remaining grated cheese and three more chopped pieces of bacon.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes. Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Super!!
Excited to find something new that is carnivore…..😍
We loved this recipe. Including my 7 year old. Very easy to make.
Delicious! This is going into our rotation.
My husband and I have been carnivores for 2.5yrs. We love this dish and so does the rest of our non-carnivore family.