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Barbecups Alla Ellen Recipe

These Barbecups Alla Ellen are a fun twist on a classic biscuit recipe! Inspired by a Pillsbury favorite, this recipe features a secret ingredient: adding cheese *after* partially baking for perfectly melted, gooey goodness. Forget burnt cheese – this method ensures cheesy perfection every time. We've swapped out the original BBQ sauce for a smoky, delicious Open Pit BBQ flavor that kids and adults adore. My niece and nephews request these for every birthday, and they're sure to become a family favorite in your house too! Get ready for easy, delicious, and crowd-pleasing BBQ bites.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 239.9 kcal
Protein 24g
Rating 4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Barbecups Alla Ellen

  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped Onion
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 10 Refrigerated Biscuits
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar Cheese

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How to Make Barbecups Alla Ellen

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  3. Separate 10 refrigerated biscuits; you may need more or less depending on your biscuit size and desired yield.
  4. In a large skillet, brown 1 pound of ground beef with 1/2 cup chopped onion over medium-high heat.
  5. Drain off excess grease.
  6. Stir in 1 cup Bull's-Eye Open Pit barbecue sauce and 2 tablespoons brown sugar.
  7. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Place one biscuit into each muffin cup, pressing it gently into the bottom and up the sides to form a cup.
  9. Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of the beef and barbecue mixture into each biscuit cup.
  10. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the biscuits are almost cooked through.
  11. Remove from oven and sprinkle each cup generously with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese).
  12. Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  13. Let cool for 1 minute before carefully removing from the muffin tin and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

32g

Fat

25g

Carbs

6g

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