Cheeseburger Lava Cake Molten Melt

As featured in: Morning Meals for Weekdays and Weekends

Savor juicy ground beef patties encasing a molten mix of cheddar, mozzarella, and cream cheese. Slice into one and watch the gooey cheese center flow out like burger lava—an unforgettable comfort food experience. Whether you’re serving them for dinner, a game-day snack, or a weekend indulgence, this dish is sure to steal the spotlight.

🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Simple pantry-friendly seasonings

• Melty triple cheese center for major wow factor

• Meal prep–friendly: freezes beautifully

• Crowd-pleasing—turns ordinary burgers into showstoppers

• Kid- and adult-approved (“Burger volcanoes,” anyone?)

🧺 Ingredients

Beef Patties

• 1½ lbs ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 1 tbsp butter (for searing)

Lava Cheese Center

• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

• ½ cup shredded mozzarella

• 2 tbsp cream cheese (softened)

Optional Glaze

• BBQ sauce or ketchup (for brushing after baking)

Garnish (Optional)

• Chopped parsley or chives

🔧 Instructions