Crockpot Cheeseburgers are an easy way to make a family favorite. They’re creamy, cheesy, and delicious. These Cheeseburger Sloppy Joes will wow everyone with their flavor!
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What’s in Bacon Cheeseburger Sloppy Joes?
These babies are filled with cheese, ground beef, and bacon, then topped off like a regular burger. So good! You’ll definitely be getting messy with these guys, but isn’t that the point of sloppy joes?
- Ground Beef: We like to use lean ground beef (85-90%) to keep these sloppy joes from becoming too greasy. Don’t forget to drain off any excess grease, though!
- Garlic: Adds an earthy flavor.
- Velveeta: Makes these sandwiches cheesy, creamy, and perfectly sloppy!
- Onion: Adds a classic earthy and sweet flavor.
- Bacon Crumbles: The perfect addition to give these sandwiches that bacon cheeseburger flavor.
- Salt + Pepper: Enhance the flavor of these sloppy joes.
- Hamburger Buns: The perfect vessel for both sloppy joes and cheeseburgers. It’s a no-brainer!
- Toppings: Add some lettuce, tomato, sliced cheese, and pickles for that classic cheeseburger taste!
Variations on Crockpot Cheeseburger Sloppy Joes
A classic cheeseburger is a classic for a reason, but you can also dress up this crockpot ground beef recipe like you would any cheeseburger. Try some of these suggestions:
- Use ground turkey instead of beef.
- Add your favorite BBQ sauce to the recipe and top with cheddar cheese and frizzled onions.
- Add roasted mushrooms, Swiss cheese, and Worcestershire sauce to the recipe and serve on a pretzel bun topped with caramelized onions.
- Use half ground beef and half breakfast sausage, and top with a fried egg, cheddar cheese, and avocado slices for a breakfast version!
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover crockpot cheeseburger meat in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave in 30-second increments until hot or on the stovetop until the cheese has melted and the meat is warmed through. Assemble just before serving.
How to Freeze
Freeze crockpot cheeseburger meat in an airtight container or Ziplock bag for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
We love to serve these cheeseburger sloppy joes with classic french fries or indulge in some loaded bacon cheese fries. For a healthier side, serve up some coleslaw or a garden salad. Top your crockpot cheeseburgers with a dab of our favorite burger sauce to really take them to the next level!
Notes from the Test Kitchen
I alsmost always add a slice of cheddar, American, or Swiss cheese to these sandwiches and watch it melt into perfection!
5-Star Review
“My family loved this recipe!” -Cheryl
Crockpot Cheeseburgers (Cheeseburger Sloppy Joes)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 8 ounces Velveeta cut into 1-inch cubes
- ½ cup diced onion
- 1 cup cooked bacon crumbles
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 6 hamburger buns
- Optional Toppings: lettuce, tomato, sliced cheese, and pickles
Instructions
- Cook beef and garlic over medium-high heat in a 12-inch skillet, approximately 8-10 minutes. It will continue to cook in the crockpot, so it's okay to cook it medium/medium well instead of all the way well done. Crumble the beef while you cook to your liking. Drain the skillet of the oil.1½ pounds lean ground beef, 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- Add the cooked beef to a nonstick sprayed crockpot. Add in the cubed cheese, onion, bacon crumbles, and salt and pepper. Stir to combine as much as possible.8 ounces Velveeta, ½ cup diced onion, 1 cup cooked bacon crumbles, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Cook on low for 5-6 hours, or on high for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- When ready to serve, fill buns with the beef mixture and top with desired garnishes.6 hamburger buns, Optional Toppings:
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Becky’s Tips
- Nutritional information does not include optional toppings.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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How to Make Crockpot Cheeseburgers Step by Step
Cook the Beef: Cook 1½ pounds of lean ground beef and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic over medium-high heat in a 12-inch skillet, approximately 8-10 minutes. It will continue to cook in the crockpot, so it’s okay to cook it medium/medium well instead of all the way well done. Crumble the beef while you cook to your liking. Drain the skillet of the oil.
Fill the Crockpot: Add the cooked beef to a nonstick sprayed crockpot. Add in 8 ounces of cubed Velveeta cheese, ½ cup of diced onion, 1 cup of cooked bacon crumbles, and salt and pepper. Stir to combine as much as possible.
Cook the Filling: Cook on low for 5-6 hours, or on high for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Assemble the Burgers: When ready to serve, fill 6 hamburger buns with the beef mixture and top with desired garnishes.
Yes, you can experiment with different types of cheese. Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or even blue cheese would work well in this recipe.
Yes, you can cook the beef mixture in a skillet on the stovetop instead of a crockpot. Just cook the beef until it’s fully cooked and then add the cheese, onion, bacon crumbles, salt, and pepper. Cook until the cheese is melted and the mixture is heated through.
Yes, you can add diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or other vegetables to the beef mixture for extra flavor and nutrition. Just sauté the vegetables in a skillet before adding them to the crockpot.
Made these this weekend, yummy! After I ate the first one I decided the mixture needed a touch of sweetness so I squirted about a third of a cup of ketchup into it and stirred it in . Next time I’d add that at the beginning so it could cook in with the rest.
These look amazing – and my ids would *love* this for dinner!
But one little thing… a Royals fan marrying a Cardinals fan?! That is a house divided!
Just made these today for the Georgia Bull Dawg this evening. We just tasted it. It’s awesome!
Yum! the perfect game day meal!!
This is awesome!! Will surely hit the spot in our house! Happy Baseball Season!
These are so over the top in the best way! My husband would FLIP.
This looks fantastic and perfect for any sport-watching!
YESSSSS ROYALLLLLLLS. I’m going to make these for my next tailgate and eat an extra one and drink an extra Boulevard for you!
Opening Day was yesterday for my Reds and we got a Win, woot-woot! This burger is epic and perfect sport food!
So excited for this recipe my kids will love it….and go Royals!!
I’m so into these! Not so much baseball, but if you make me these, I’ll be there!
You’re speaking my language here girlfriend!