Making these bombs is easier than it looks—you only need a few simple ingredients to create melty, garlicky bites that melt in your mouth. Start by preheating your oven and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula and draining any fat so the filling doesn’t turn greasy. Add a dash of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce for a burst of flavor. Mix in cheddar cheese and let it melt into a gooey, cheesy mixture that’s impossible to resist.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out each biscuit and spoon a couple tablespoons of the beef mixture into the center. Fold the dough up and around the filling, shaping each into a ball and placing them on the baking sheet. In a bowl, whisk together melted butter and minced garlic, then use a pastry brush to coat the tops of each cheeseburger bomb with the fragrant garlic butter. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese for a crisp crust, then pop them into the oven until golden brown. Finish with a touch of parsley before serving hot, and enjoy the perfect mix of buttery crunch and cheesy comfort.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep Your Workspace
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This helps the cheeseburger bombs bake evenly and makes cleanup a breeze.
2. Cook the Beef Filling
Warm a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until fully browned, breaking it into small, tender crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess fat to keep your filling from turning greasy.
3. Season for Big Flavor
Stir in the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Let the spices bloom for a minute, then mix in the shredded cheddar cheese. Once the cheese melts into a gooey, rich mixture, remove the skillet from heat.
4. Prepare the Dough
Lightly flour your counter and gently roll out each biscuit until slightly flattened. Spoon 1–2 tablespoons of the beef mixture into the center of each round.
5. Form the Bombs
Fold the dough up and around the filling, pinching the edges to seal completely. Turn each seam-side down on your baking sheet for the prettiest golden finish.
6. Add the Garlic Butter Topping
In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter and minced garlic. Brush the tops generously with garlic butter, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese for that irresistible crust.
7. Bake to Perfection
Place your cheeseburger bombs in the oven and bake for 14–18 minutes, or until beautifully golden brown.
8. Serve and Enjoy
Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy buttery, crispy bites of melty, garlicky comfort!
Nutrition Facts
(Based on 8 servings — approximate values)
- Calories: ~359
- Protein: ~14 g
- Carbohydrates: ~17 g
- Fats: ~21 g
- Fiber: ~1 g
- Sugar: ~2 g
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for smooth baking and easy cleanup.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, then add ground beef and cook until fully cooked. Use a spatula to break it into small pieces, and drain any fat to prevent a greasy filling.
- Season the beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce for flavor.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and let it melt completely into a gooey, cheesy mixture that will hold the filling together.
- On a floured surface, roll out each biscuit and scoop about two tablespoons of the beef mixture into the center of each circle of dough.
- Gently fold the dough edges over the filling to form a ball, then place each on the baking sheet, seam-side down.
- In a small bowl, whisk melted butter with minced garlic. Use a pastry brush to spread the garlic butter over the tops of each cheeseburger bomb, then sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top for a crisp crust.
- Bake until golden brown, remove from the oven, and finish with chopped parsley before serving hot. Enjoy the melty, garlicky bites fresh out of the oven!
Notes
FAQs
1. Can I make these cheeseburger bombs gluten-free?
Yes! Simply swap the refrigerated biscuit dough for your favorite gluten-free dough. Many store-bought brands work well, or you can use gluten-free pizza dough.
2. Can I make this a keto or low-carb recipe?
Absolutely. Replace the biscuit dough with keto-friendly dough (like almond-flour fathead dough). The filling is already naturally low-carb and high-protein.
3. What other cheeses work well in this recipe?
Cheddar is classic, but mozzarella, pepper jack, Monterey Jack, or a mix of cheeses add amazing flavor. Go for a melty cheese for the best results.
4. Can I make cheeseburger bombs ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble them fully, then refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. You can also freeze them unbaked and bake straight from frozen — just add 3–5 minutes to the cook time.
5. How do I store and reheat leftovers?
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 350°F for 5–7 minutes to bring back that perfect crisp.
6. What dipping sauces pair well with these?
Try ranch, spicy mayo, garlic aioli, ketchup, BBQ sauce, or a creamy mustard dip. They’re also delicious with marinara if you’re craving a pizza-style twist.
