Begin by shaping your ground beef into evenly sized patties, about 1-inch thick. Season generously with salt, pepper, and any preferred spices for extra flavor. Set aside while heating the skillet.

In a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of olive oil and allow it to heat until shimmering. Carefully place the patties in the skillet, searing for about 3-4 minutes on each side until a brown crust forms.

Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface until it’s about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza stone. Pre-bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 5-7 minutes.

Once the dough is pre-baked, spread an even layer of pizza sauce over the crust. Place the cooked burger patties on top and sprinkle mozzarella cheese and any additional toppings.

Return the assembled burger-pizza fusion to the oven and bake at the same temperature for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese melts and the crust is golden brown.

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing into wedges and serving hot.