Cheeseburger Spring Roll Bites: Crispy Mini Burger Squares

A Disney Delight

These Cheeseburger Spring Roll Squares are inspired by the famous spring roll cart in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom. They pack all the flavors of a cheeseburger into light, flaky phyllo squares that bake up crispy on the outside and tender inside.

I became a Disney fan later in life, and what draws me most is how the parks run—the customer service, the immersive lands, and especially the food. I love exploring every corner of Magic Kingdom and tasting the snacks and meals that make it special.

After many visits and tastings, I recreate favorites at home. These squares are my take on the Cheeseburger Spring Rolls sold from the Adventureland cart, adapted for an easy bake-at-home version.

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Before the recipe card, I share my Disney inspiration, tips for working with phyllo dough, and notes about Adventureland if you visit in person.

My Favorite Magic Kingdom Snack

The Cheeseburger Spring Roll Squares closely replicate the Cheeseburger Spring Rolls from the Adventureland snack cart. They’re a beloved park snack for good reason.

Disney’s version has a lighter, flakier wrapper than typical wonton-based rolls, which is why I use phyllo dough to match that delicate texture.

To make the process easier at home, I shape them into a baked square dish instead of individually rolling and frying each roll.

Disney serves a Thousand Island–style dipping sauce alongside the rolls; a similar dipping sauce pairs perfectly with these squares.

Disney Inspired

Adventureland is one of my favorite lands in Magic Kingdom. I adore the lush landscaping, the themed snacks, and the sense of discovery woven throughout the area.

I’m also fascinated by Disney’s Society of Explorers and Adventurers (S.E.A.), a fictional group created by Imagineering that connects characters and stories across parks worldwide.

Adventureland hides lots of thematic “Easter eggs” that hint at backstories and connections between attractions—finding those little details is part of the fun.

S.E.A. members are portrayed as explorers, researchers, artists, and adventurers whose stories often tie into franchises like Indiana Jones and Jungle Cruise. The organization’s themes—adventure, discovery, and innovation—shape a lot of Adventureland’s design and menu choices.

Rides like Jungle Cruise and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad carry elements of that world, and the snacks around Adventureland often reflect tropical and Asian-inspired flavors unlike other park offerings.

I plan to recreate more of these Adventureland-inspired snacks and dishes that I love.

My Day Starts In Adventureland

I like to begin my Magic Kingdom mornings in Adventureland: first the Cheeseburger Spring Rolls, then an I Lava You Float from Sunshine Tree Terrace. Mobile ordering the float saves time and avoids lines.

After grabbing a float I cool off in the Tiki Room, then ride Jungle Cruise via Lightning Lane and often follow with Pirates of the Caribbean. It’s my ideal Magic Kingdom morning.

Adventureland also hosts the Jungle Navigation Co. Skipper Canteen, a themed restaurant with “exotic” dishes—many with Asian-inspired flavors. I enjoyed a Pad Thai–style noodle dish there on my birthday and loved spotting the hidden Easter eggs scattered through the restaurant.

Cheeseburger Spring Roll Squares and Phyllo Dough

Because I love the Adventureland spring rolls so much, I recreated them at home and refined the filling until I felt it matched the park version. The phyllo dough is the essential ingredient for getting that flaky, airy texture.

You’ll usually find phyllo in the frozen section, packed in a long narrow box. Thaw it overnight in the fridge or leave it on the counter for a couple of hours until it’s pliable before using.

Phyllo Is Nothing To Be Scared Of

Phyllo can seem intimidating, but this method is forgiving. If a sheet tears, simply overlap pieces and brush with oil between layers so the final bake is crisp and golden.

Like You Are Wrapping A Present

Lay the phyllo layers so they drape over the edges of the pan. After adding the meat filling, fold those over the top so the filling is encased in layers of flaky crust—much like wrapping a present.

Use any dips you like—Thousand Island, ketchup, mustard, or a special sauce. No judgement from the Big Mouse!

Cheeseburger Spring Roll Squares Recipe

Bring a Disney World favorite home with this baked, make-ahead version. These take a few extra steps but are worth the effort and reheat well for convenience.

Ingredients

• 1 package (18 count) Phyllo dough sheets (13 x 17 inch)
• 2.5 lb ground beef, 90% lean
• 1/4 cup dill relish
• 1 large yellow onion, minced
• 16 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Sprinkle of celery salt
• 1 tbsp mustard (your choice)
• 1 tsp Worcestershire powder or 1 tbsp liquid Worcestershire
• About 1 cup olive oil (for brushing layers)
• 2 eggs, whisked

Instructions

1. Thaw phyllo dough per package directions—either overnight in the fridge or a couple hours at room temperature.
2. Unroll thawed phyllo carefully and set aside, keeping sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.
3. Sauté the minced onion in a little olive oil until soft and golden.
4. Add the ground beef and cook thoroughly, breaking it into a fine crumble. Drain excess grease if needed.
5. Season the cooked beef with garlic powder, onion powder, celery salt, black pepper, mustard, Worcestershire, and dill relish. Reduce heat and combine for a few minutes.
6. Stir in cubed Velveeta and heat until melted and fully incorporated with the meat.
7. Remove the meat mixture from heat and let it cool about 20 minutes.
8. Whisk the eggs and add them to the cooled meat mixture, folding to combine.
9. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet or pan. Layer three phyllo sheets across the bottom, brushing each sheet lightly with olive oil. Overlap torn sheets as needed.
10. Take three phyllo sheets and drape them from the center of the pan outward so the outer halves hang over the edges. Repeat on all four sides so you can fold the dough over the filling later.
11. Spread the meat mixture evenly in the pan. Pull each side of the draped sheets over the filling like wrapping a present, brushing oil between layers. Repeat for all four sides.
12. Take the remaining three phyllo sheets, scrunch them and press them over the top, then brush generously with oil.
13. Score the top almost all the way through to create squares—this makes serving easier after baking.
14. Bake at 375°F for about 35 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown. Watch your oven as times vary.
15. Remove from oven and let rest uncovered about 20 minutes so the layers stay crisp.
16. Cut into squares and serve. To reheat the next day, place in a cold oven, set to 375°F, and heat as the oven warms, or use an air fryer or toaster oven.

*Tips and photos are included above the recipe card to guide you through working with phyllo dough.

Another Great Disney-Inspired Dish

I also recreated Cold Ramen Noodles after trying them at Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival 2024. They’re a light, bright option for a summer meal and worth trying if you enjoy Adventureland–inspired flavors.