Sloppy Joe Bubble Up Casserole is a quick and hearty meal perfect for busy weeknights. Combining the classic flavors of sloppy joes with the fun texture of biscuits, this dish is both filling and easy to make. With a delicious blend of ground beef, bell pepper, onion, and melted cheddar cheese, it’s sure to be a hit with the whole family.
We love homemade sloppy joes, and they win with the kids, too, making them great family-friendly meals. Our kids always ask for seconds when we make sloppy joe-inspired recipes, so I like to make different variations such as Slow Cooker Chicken Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes and Slow Cooker Nacho Sloppy Joes. Make sure to check out these recipes; I know you will love them, too!
What Is a Bubble-Up Casserole?
A bubble-up casserole is a fun dish where biscuit dough “bubbles up” as it bakes, creating a fluffy, golden crust. You can make it savory for meals or even sweet for dessert, making it super versatile. This Sloppy Joe Bubble Up Casserole is a perfect example of a savory version that’s easy and delicious, combining all the flavors of a classic sloppy joe with the fun texture of baked biscuits. The biscuits soak up the tasty meat sauce mixture, making each bite satisfying.
For another tasty option, check out our Chicken Pot Pie Bubble Up Casserole, it’s so good!
Ingredients Needed
Here’s what you need to make this easy sloppy joe bubble-up casserole:
Complete list of ingredients with quantities and instructions is located in the recipe card below
- Biscuits: For this recipe, you need canned homestyle biscuits, which puff up nicely. You can also use flaky or buttermilk biscuits, but their texture will be a little different (denser).
- Ground Beef: I’m using one pound of 85/15 ground beef. If you use fattier meat, make sure to drain excess fat after you brown it.
- Ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Mustard, and Brown Sugar: These ingredients make a classic sloppy joe sauce.
- Cheese: You can use any shredded semi-hard cheese that you have on hand. I’m using cheddar here.
How To Make Sloppy Joe Bubble Up Casserole
Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder, and simmer.
Recipe Tips
- Spread Biscuit Pieces Evenly: Cut the biscuit dough into uniform pieces and spread them evenly across the bottom of the baking dish. This ensures they cook evenly and “bubble up” nicely through the filling.
- Check Biscuit Doneness: Ensure the biscuit pieces are fully cooked by checking the center pieces, not just the edges. You can use a toothpick to test if they are done.
- Let it Rest: After baking, let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This helps it set and makes it easier to serve.
Storing Tips
- Cool Completely: Allow the casserole to cool completely at room temperature before storing. This helps prevent condensation and sogginess.
- Refrigerate Promptly: Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate within two hours of cooking. It will keep well in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- Freeze for Longer Storage: For longer storage, freeze the casserole in individual portions or as a whole. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil, or use a freezer-safe airtight container. It can be frozen for up to 2-3 months.
- Label and Date: Always label your containers with the date you stored the casserole. This helps you keep track of freshness.
- Reheat Properly: When reheating, cover the casserole with foil and warm it in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) until heated through, about 20-30 minutes. If reheating from frozen, allow it to thaw in the refrigerator overnight first.
- Microwave Option: For a quick reheating option, you can use the microwave. Place a portion on a microwave-safe plate, cover with a microwave-safe cover or another plate, and heat in 1-minute intervals until hot, stirring in between to ensure even heating.
- Avoid Refreezing: Try not to refreeze the casserole once it has been thawed. This can affect the texture and taste of the dish.
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Sloppy Joe Bubble Up Casserole
Equipment
Ingredients
- 16 oz can refrigerated biscuits I used Grands 8 count
- 1 pound lean ground beef I used 85/15
- 1 medium green bell pepper diced
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 3 teaspoons yellow mustard
- 3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium high heat, brown the ground beef and onions and peppers. Cook until meat is crumbled and cooked through and onion and peppers are softened.
- Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, worcestershire sauce and garlic powder until well combined and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Separate biscuits and cut each biscuit into 8 pieces. Place into the bottom of your baking dish.
- Pour the meat mixture on top of the biscuits and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the coated biscuits.
- Bake in the oven uncovered for 25 minutes.
- Add the remaining cheese on top and bake for another 10 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through in the center.*
- Serve immediately or keep on warm until ready to serve.
Notes
- * if the top of the bubble up is browning too quickly, cover with foil for the remainder of the cooking time.
- Pre-cook the ground beef mixture and store it in the fridge for an even quicker meal.
- Cut the biscuits into smaller pieces for more even distribution.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months in a ziploc bag.
Nutrition
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.
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