Heat olive oil.
Add diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes, until soft and translucent.
Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook 6–8 minutes, until fully browned.
Drain excess fat if desired.
3. Season the Filling
Stir in ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cook 2–3 minutes more, stirring, to let flavors meld.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly—warm (not hot) filling prevents dough from melting.
4. Unroll & Prepare Dough
On a clean surface, unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into 8 triangles.
If your dough has perforated rectangles, cut along lines to create triangles.
5. Fill & Fold the Pockets
For each triangle:
Spoon 2–3 tbsp beef mixture onto the wide end.
Sprinkle with 1–2 tbsp shredded cheddar.
Optional: Add a tiny piece of pickle.
Lift the two corners of the wide end and fold over the filling toward the tip.
Gently roll up, sealing the filling inside.
Pinch the seam and ends tightly to prevent leaks.
Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving 1 inch between pockets.
6. Bake Until Golden & Crispy
Bake 12–15 minutes, until:
Crescents are deep golden brown
Edges are crisp
Filling is hot
7. Cool & Serve
Let rest 3–5 minutes—this helps set the filling and prevents burns.
Serve warm.
Enjoy as:
A standalone meal
With dipping sauces (ketchup, mustard, ranch)
Alongside coleslaw, fries, or a green salad
You Must Know
Cool filling slightly —hot beef melts cheese too fast and makes dough soggy.
Seal tightly —pinched seams prevent bursting during baking.
Don’t overcrowd the pan —airflow ensures crispiness.
Tastes better the next day! Reheats beautifully in oven or air fryer.
Freezer-friendly —cool completely and freeze before or after baking.
Storage Tips
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheat in oven at 375°F for 8–10 minutes (best texture). Microwave works but may soften crust.
Freeze unbaked or baked: Wrap tightly and freeze up to 3 months. Reheat from frozen (+2–3 mins).
Ingredient Substitutions
Ground beef
Turkey, chicken, pork, or plant-based crumbles
Adjust cook time as needed
Cheddar cheese
Pepper Jack, Colby, or mozzarella
For different melt and flavor
Ketchup
BBQ sauce or tomato paste + sugar
Sweet alternative
Mustard
Dijon or spicy brown
Tangier option
Crescent dough
Pie crust, phyllo, or puff pastry
Different textures
Serving Suggestions
Serve family-style on a platter with dipping bowls.
Great for potlucks—bring the whole tray!
Double the batch and freeze half for future joy.
Pack in lunchboxes (reheat safely).
Cultural Context
Rooted in American convenience cooking and retro 1980s appetizer trends, this recipe celebrates how simple ingredients—ground beef, cheese, and store-bought dough—can become something deeply satisfying. Found at school bake sales, game nights, and creative kitchens alike, it honors the joy of turning everyday staples into something truly special.
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