2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
The Wrapper:
2 sheets puff pastry or 1 package crescent roll dough, thawed
1 egg + 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
Optional Toppings & Dips:
Sesame seeds for topping
Additional ketchup and mustard for dipping
Thousand Island dressing for authentic burger flavor
Cooked bacon bits for BLT variation
👩🍳 Your Foolproof 6-Step Method
Step 1: Create the Filling
Brown ground beef with onion in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
Drain excess fat, then add garlic, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cook for 1 more minute, then remove from heat and let cool completely.Herbs & Spices
Step 2: The Secret Sauce
In a small bowl, mix ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise.
Stir this sauce into the cooled beef mixture along with chopped pickles.
Fold in shredded cheese until everything is well combined.
Step 3: Pastry Prep
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll out puff pastry sheets and cut into 6 equal squares per sheet (12 total).
Step 4: The Assembly Line
Place about ¼ cup of filling in the center of each pastry square.
Brush edges with egg wash, then fold over to form triangles.
Use a fork to crimp edges securely—this prevents leaking!
Step 5: The Golden Bake
Place pockets on prepared baking sheets and brush tops with egg wash.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds if using.
Bake for 18-22 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
Step 6: The Perfect Serve
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving—the filling will be lava-hot!
Serve with extra ketchup, mustard, or your favorite burger sauces for dipping.
🌟 5 Secrets to Pocket Perfection
COOL FILLING COMPLETELY: Warm filling will make your pastry soggy
DON’T OVERFILL: Too much filling causes leaks during baking
