Burger Bowls

Here’s an amazing recipe if you are watching your carbs…turn ground beef patties into edible bowls for a bun-less burger! You can fill them with your favorite things, here I took peppers, shallots, sausage and bacon. It’s kind of a different twist to an ordinary hamburger!

Start by forming your bowl. Here I used a jar (don’t worry…I washed the bottom!) and formed my bowl around the jar. I bet my Springfield Missouri friends will appreciate that jar of hot sauce!

See how cute they are??? All ready to be filled with your favorite ingredients!

Once you get all your bowls formed, saute shallots, and peppers in 2 tablespoons butter.

After peppers and shallots are tender, I added a mixture of sausage and crumbled bacon that I had left over from breakfast burritos.

Place a piece of mozzarella cheese in the bottom of each bowl. I used pre-sliced mozzarella, which fit perfectly in the bottom of the bowl.

Now it’s time to fill up your bowls with your veggies!

Top with shredded cheese. What ever kind of cheese you like!

Time for the grill! When you start your grill, put the charcoal on one side, so the bowls can cook on indirect heat, since you can’t turn them, they’ll need to cook about 1 hour.

Oh these are going to be so amazing!

Cover and grill for 1 hour and this is what they will look like when they are done!

But when you slice them open and see all that wonderful cheese oozing out….OMG!!!

So delicious!

Burger Bowls

Recipe by Bell BrittanyCourse: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• For the Burger Bowls

• 1.5 lb ground beef

• 1 tsp kosher salt

• 0.5 tsp black pepper

• For the Filling

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 cup bell peppers, diced

• 0.5 cup shallots, finely chopped

• 0.5 cup breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled

• 0.5 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled

• For the Cheese

• 6 slices mozzarella cheese

• 1 cup shredded cheese, cheddar or blend

Directions

• Preheat a charcoal grill for indirect heat by piling the charcoal on one side of the grill.
• Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, then divide into 6 equal portions.
• Shape each portion into a bowl by pressing the meat around the bottom of a small jar or glass, forming thick sides and a sturdy base. Set aside.
• In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the peppers and shallots and sauté until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
• Stir in the cooked sausage and bacon, then remove from heat.
• Place one slice of mozzarella cheese in the bottom of each beef bowl.
• Spoon the vegetable and meat mixture evenly into each bowl.
• Top with shredded cheese.
• Place the bowls on the grill over indirect heat. Cover and cook for about 1 hour, until the beef is fully cooked and the cheese is melted.
• Remove from the grill and rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

• Make the beef walls slightly thicker than you think — this helps prevent leaking.
  Indirect heat is essential since the bowls cannot be flipped.
  Let the bowls rest briefly so the cheese doesn’t spill out immediately.

Cooking Notes

Burger bowls are a bun-free variation of a classic hamburger, using seasoned ground beef shaped into a bowl and filled with cooked vegetables, meat, and cheese. They are typically prepared on the grill using indirect heat, allowing the beef to cook evenly while holding its shape.

The combination of ground beef and indirect grilling helps retain moisture while preventing flare-ups. The cheese placed at the bottom and top melts gradually, binding the filling together and adding richness. Cook time is longer than a standard burger, but the low, steady heat ensures thorough cooking without burning.

These bowls work well for everyday meals because they are adaptable and satisfying without bread. Leftovers reheat best in the oven or air fryer. Fillings and cheeses can be swapped easily to suit taste preferences or dietary needs.

FAQ

Can I bake these instead of grilling?
Yes. Bake at 375°F for about 40–45 minutes until fully cooked.

What other fillings work well?
Mushrooms, onions, spinach, or jalapeños are all great options.

How do I keep the bowls from collapsing?
Pack the beef firmly and avoid overfilling the centers.

Can these be made ahead?
You can assemble them a few hours ahead and keep refrigerated until cooking.