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Easy Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

These Cheeseburger Egg Rolls have everything you love about a classic cheeseburger wrapped inside a crispy, golden egg roll wrapper. They’re filled with seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, onions, pickles, and all those familiar burger flavors, then cooked until perfectly crunchy on the outside.

If you love cheeseburgers and crispy appetizers, this is such a fun way to combine the two.

Serve them with burger sauce, ketchup, mustard, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce for an easy appetizer that disappears fast. They’re perfect for game day, parties, movie nights, or even a fun family dinner.

And because you can make cheeseburger egg rolls in the air fryer or deep fryer, you can choose whichever cooking method works best for you.

Why You’ll Love Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

Cheeseburger egg rolls are one of those recipes that feel familiar but are still a little unexpected.

The filling tastes like a juicy cheeseburger, while the crispy wrapper gives you that irresistible crunch in every bite.

They’re also easy to customize. Add bacon for bacon cheeseburger egg rolls, use pepper jack for a spicy version, or add a little extra pickle if you’re a pickle lover.

Best of all, you can prepare the egg rolls ahead of time and cook them right before serving.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup finely chopped dill pickles
• 12 to 15 egg roll wrappers
• Water, for sealing the wrappers
• Oil, for frying

Optional Burger Sauce

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill pickles or pickle relish
• 1 teaspoon pickle juice
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

How to Make Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

Step 1: Cook the Ground Beef

Place the ground beef and diced onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook the beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it’s completely browned and the onions are tender.

Drain off any excess grease.

Step 2: Season the Cheeseburger Filling

Return the skillet to low heat.

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and mustard.

Stir until everything is well combined.

Cook for another minute or two and remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 3: Let the Filling Cool

Allow the ground beef mixture to cool for about 10 to 15 minutes.

This is an important step. You don’t want to put piping-hot filling onto the egg roll wrappers because the heat and steam can make them soft and difficult to roll.

Once the beef has cooled slightly, stir in the chopped pickles.

Step 4: Add the Cheese

Stir the shredded cheddar cheese into the cooled beef mixture.

You can also add the cheese separately while assembling each egg roll. Either method works.

I like mixing it into the beef because it makes it easy to get plenty of cheese in every egg roll.

How to Roll Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

Place one egg roll wrapper on a clean work surface so that it looks like a diamond, with one corner pointing toward you.

Spoon approximately 2 to 3 tablespoons of cheeseburger filling just below the center of the wrapper.

Fold the bottom corner up and over the filling.

Fold the left and right corners toward the center.

Roll the wrapper tightly toward the remaining top corner.

Dip your finger into a small bowl of water and lightly wet the edges of the final corner.

Finish rolling and gently press to seal.

Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Try not to overfill the wrappers. Too much filling can cause them to split while cooking.

How to Fry Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

Pour several inches of vegetable or canola oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot.

Heat the oil to approximately 350°F.

Carefully add a few egg rolls at a time, making sure you don’t overcrowd the pot.

Fry for about 3 to 4 minutes, turning as necessary, until the wrappers are crispy and golden brown.

Transfer the cooked egg rolls to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate.

Allow them to cool slightly before serving because the filling will be extremely hot.

Air Fryer Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

These are also fantastic in the air fryer.

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.

Lightly spray or brush the outside of each egg roll with cooking oil.

Arrange the egg rolls in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving a little space between them.

Air fry for approximately 8 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through, until they’re crispy and golden.

Cooking times can vary between air fryers, so check them toward the end.

Can I Bake Cheeseburger Egg Rolls?

Yes.

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Arrange the egg rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and lightly brush or spray them with oil.

Bake for approximately 15 to 20 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crispy.

They won’t have quite the same deep-fried crunch, but they’re still delicious.

Easy Cheeseburger Egg Roll Sauce

You definitely need something delicious for dipping these egg rolls.

To make an easy burger sauce, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, chopped pickles, pickle juice, and garlic powder in a small bowl.

Stir until smooth.

Cover and refrigerate the sauce until you’re ready to serve.

I actually like making the dipping sauce first because giving it a little time in the refrigerator allows all the flavors to come together.

What Else Can I Dip Them In?

One of the best things about cheeseburger egg rolls is trying them with different sauces.

Some of my favorites are:

• Burger sauce
• Ketchup
• Yellow mustard
• Spicy ketchup
• Ranch dressing
• Thousand Island dressing
• Barbecue sauce
• Honey mustard
• Spicy mayo

You can even put several sauces on the table and let everyone choose their favorite.

Bacon Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

If you want to make these even better, add bacon.

Cook about 6 slices of bacon until crispy. Drain them well and crumble them into small pieces.

Stir the bacon into the ground beef mixture before assembling the egg rolls.

You can also sprinkle a little bacon directly over the cheese as you fill each wrapper.

Bacon, beef, cheddar, pickles, and crispy egg roll wrappers are an incredible combination.

Spicy Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

For a little heat, replace the cheddar with pepper jack cheese.

You can also add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture or stir a little hot sauce into the filling.

Serve them with spicy mayo or chipotle ranch for dipping.

Big Mac-Style Egg Rolls

If you love Big Mac-inspired recipes, it’s easy to give these egg rolls that familiar flavor.

Use ground beef, onions, cheddar or American cheese, and finely chopped pickles for the filling.

Then serve the egg rolls with a creamy burger sauce made with mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and relish.

You get all those familiar cheeseburger flavors inside a crispy wrapper.

Can I Use American Cheese?

Absolutely.

American cheese melts beautifully and gives these egg rolls a very classic cheeseburger flavor.

Instead of mixing shredded cheese into the filling, tear slices of American cheese into smaller pieces and add some to each wrapper before rolling.

You can also use:

• Cheddar
• Colby Jack
• Monterey Jack
• Pepper Jack
• Mozzarella
• Swiss

Or combine two cheeses.

Don’t Overfill the Egg Rolls

It can be tempting to put a huge scoop of filling inside each wrapper, but smaller amounts work much better.

Overfilled egg rolls are more likely to tear or burst while frying.

Leave enough empty wrapper around the filling so you can create a tight roll and completely seal the edges.

How to Keep Egg Rolls From Getting Soggy

For really crispy cheeseburger egg rolls, make sure you drain the ground beef thoroughly.

Excess grease or moisture inside the filling can make the wrappers soggy.

You should also allow the filling to cool before assembling the egg rolls.

After frying, place the egg rolls on a wire rack if possible. This lets air circulate underneath and prevents steam from making the bottoms soft.

Can I Make Cheeseburger Egg Rolls Ahead of Time?

Yes.

Prepare the cheeseburger filling and let it cool completely.

You can store the filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator and assemble the egg rolls when you’re ready to cook them.

You can also assemble them several hours ahead. Keep them covered in the refrigerator so the wrappers don’t dry out.

For the crispiest results, wait to cook them until shortly before serving.

How to Store Leftovers

Store leftover cheeseburger egg rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to about 3 days.

I don’t recommend reheating them in the microwave if you want them crispy. The microwave tends to soften the wrappers.

Instead, reheat them in an air fryer at about 350°F for a few minutes until hot and crispy again.

You can also warm them in the oven.

Can You Freeze Cheeseburger Egg Rolls?

Yes, cheeseburger egg rolls are great for freezing.

Assemble the egg rolls and arrange them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Freeze until firm, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container.

Placing parchment between layers will help prevent them from sticking together.

They can be cooked from frozen, although you’ll need to add additional cooking time and make sure the center reaches a safe temperature.

What to Serve With Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

These are fantastic as an appetizer, but you can easily turn them into dinner.

Serve them with french fries, onion rings, tater tots, potato wedges, coleslaw, macaroni salad, or a simple green salad.

For a party, I would put them on a big platter surrounded by several dipping sauces.

You can even slice them diagonally before serving so everyone can see that cheesy cheeseburger filling inside.

Perfect Game Day Appetizer

These would be so much fun for football season.

You can prepare the filling ahead of time, assemble the egg rolls before everyone arrives, and fry or air fry them right before serving.

Put out burger sauce, ranch, ketchup, mustard, and barbecue sauce and let everyone grab their favorite.

If you’re making a whole game day spread, cheeseburger egg rolls would be great alongside chicken wings, sliders, buffalo chicken dip, mozzarella sticks, and loaded potato skins.

Tips for the Best Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

Drain the beef well. Excess grease can make the wrappers soggy.

Cool the filling. Hot filling makes egg roll wrappers difficult to work with.

Chop everything small. Finely diced onions and pickles make the egg rolls easier to roll and eat.

Don’t overfill them. About 2 to 3 tablespoons of filling is plenty.

Roll tightly. Loose wrappers can open during frying.

Seal the edges with water. This helps keep all that cheesy filling inside.

Keep the oil around 350°F. Oil that’s too cool can make the wrappers greasy.

Serve them warm. They’re at their absolute best when the wrappers are crispy and the cheese is still melted.

Jennie’s Thoughts

I love recipes that take a familiar food and turn it into something completely different, and that’s exactly what these cheeseburger egg rolls do.

They’re still made with all those classic cheeseburger ingredients—ground beef, cheddar cheese, onion, pickles, ketchup, and mustard—but wrapping everything inside a crispy egg roll makes them feel like a fun restaurant appetizer.

And I definitely wouldn’t skip the dipping sauce.

That creamy burger sauce with the crispy wrapper and warm cheesy beef filling is so good. I would probably make extra sauce and keep it in the refrigerator for burgers and fries later.

I also love that these work for so many occasions. Make them for game day, a birthday party, New Year’s Eve, or just serve them with fries for a fun weekend dinner.

If your family loves cheeseburgers, these easy Cheeseburger Egg Rolls are definitely worth adding to the menu.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are cheeseburger egg rolls made of?

They’re typically made with seasoned ground beef, cheese, onions, pickles, and burger-style condiments wrapped inside egg roll wrappers and cooked until crispy.

What cheese is best for cheeseburger egg rolls?

Cheddar is my favorite because it has plenty of flavor and melts well. American, Colby Jack, pepper jack, and Monterey Jack are also great choices.

Can I air fry cheeseburger egg rolls?

Yes. Lightly coat them with oil and air fry at 375°F for approximately 8 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through.

Can I make them without pickles?

Absolutely. Leave the pickles out if you don’t like them, or serve pickles on the side.

Why are my egg rolls soggy?

The filling may have contained too much grease or moisture, or the frying oil may not have been hot enough. Draining the beef and maintaining an oil temperature around 350°F will help.

How do I keep egg rolls sealed?

Don’t overfill the wrappers, roll them tightly, and lightly moisten the final corner with water before sealing.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 12–15 egg rolls

Air Fryer: Lightly spray the egg rolls with oil and air fry at 375°F for 8 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through.

Oven: Lightly coat with oil and bake at 400°F for 15 to 20 minutes, turning halfway through.