Cheeseburger Pastry (Gluten-Free)

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This crispy gluten-free pastry with a juicy burger patty and melted cheese is the perfect shortcut when you’re craving a cheeseburger!

If you’re craving a cheeseburger in a jiffy, you can make these cheeseburger pastries that come together in just 20 minutes and are lower calories that a traditional burger and bun. The pastries are paired with a burger sauce and are absolutely delicious! These crispy pastries filled with a juicy patty and cheese are delicious, simple to make, and a great alternative to traditional puff pastries.

The pastry shell is made with rice paper, an East Asian pantry staple that is incredibly versatile and commonly used as the base for many savory and sweet dishes. This version is much lower in calories than traditional pastries, naturally gluten-free, and can be made in just minutes. The rice paper develops a flaky exterior with a slightly chewy interior that is reminiscent of phyllo dough. I personally think it’s a wonderful alternative to traditional pastries, especially for anyone who is strictly gluten-free or looking for a lower-calorie option.

These pastries are cooked in the air fryer, but they can also be baked in the oven, although that method takes longer. If you use the oven, you will want to place the pastries on parchment paper or a baking mat to prevent the pastries from sticking.

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Cheeseburger Pastry (Gluten-Free)

Author: Jamie L. Cooking Method: Air Fry Cuisine: American, Fusion Courses: 30 Minutes or Less, Appetizer & Sides, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Nut Free

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 12 mins Total Time 22 mins

Servings: 2 Calories: 306

Dietary:

G Gluten Free N Nut Free

Description

This crispy gluten-free pastry with a juicy burger patty and melted cheese is the perfect shortcut when you're craving a cheeseburger.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2x 1x 2x 3x

For Pastries

• 4 medium sheets of rice paper
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon milk
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ pound lean ground beef (I used 93% lean)
• ¹⁄₄ cup chopped onions
• ¹⁄₃ teaspoon salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon paprika
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon black pepper
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¹⁄₄ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
• Sesame seeds (optional)

For Dipping Sauce

• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 1 tablespoon relish
• 1 teaspoon mustard

Instructions

1. Combine ground beef, chopped onions, salt, paprika, black pepper, and garlic powder in a medium-sized bowl. 

2. Whisk the egg, milk, and baking powder together in a wide and shallow pan or bowl.

3. Soak one rice paper sheet quickly in the mixture and brush off any excess. Place it on a clean surface. Dip another sheet in and layer it on top of the soaked rice paper sheet.

4. Add half of the beef mixture in the middle and flatten the beef to form a patty. Add half of the shredded cheese on top of the patty. Fold the 4 sides of the pastry in.
5. Repeat this process to make a second pastry.
6. Brush leftover egg wash on the pastry and sprinkle sesame seeds on.
7. Grease an air fryer with some oil and add the pastries in.
8. Air fry the pastries at 375 °F for 12 minutes.
9. To make the burger sauce, combine all the ingredients together and serve it with the pastries.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Serving Size 1 pastry

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 306kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 13.3g21%

Sodium 595mg25%

Total Carbohydrate 14g5%

Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%

Sugars 2g

Protein 30g60%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The pastry is the crispiest immediately out of the air fryer. I do not recommend storing the pastries to eat later.

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