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1. **Add Marinara Sauce**: When the patties are nearly done cooking, spoon a small amount of marinara sauce onto each patty. Be sure to spread it evenly, covering the entire patty.
2. **Top with Cheese and Toppings**: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the marinara sauce. Then, top each burger with a couple of slices of pepperoni or your desired pizza toppings.
3. **Melt the Cheese**: Cover the pan or grill with a lid for a minute or two to help the cheese melt and become bubbly.
#### Step 4: Toast the Buns
While the burgers are cooking, toast your mini buns. Heat a separate skillet over medium heat and lightly butter each bun. Toast the buns, cut-side down, for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
#### Step 5: Assemble the Mini Pizza Burgers
1. **Assemble the Burgers**: Place each cheesy mini burger patty on the bottom half of a toasted bun. Top with fresh basil leaves (if using) for an extra burst of flavor.
2. **Top with the Bun**: Place the top half of the bun on each burger, pressing gently to secure everything in place.
#### Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Your mini pizza burgers are ready to serve! Arrange them on a platter, serve with a side of crispy fries or a simple salad, and enjoy the perfect combination of pizza and burgers in every bite.
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## Variations of Mini Pizza Burgers
While the classic mini pizza burger is already amazing, you can take it up a notch by experimenting with different ingredients and flavors. Here are some ideas for variations:
### 1. **BBQ Chicken Pizza Burgers**
For a smoky twist, use ground chicken instead of beef and top the patties with BBQ sauce, grilled chicken, and a mix of cheddar and mozzarella cheese. This variation offers a BBQ pizza-style burger that’s perfect for summer.
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