Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs Recipe
These Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs are savory, bite-sized dough balls filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheddar cheese, then topped with garlic butter, parmesan, and fresh parsley. Perfect as appetizers or snack, they combine rich flavors and a crispy, golden crust baked to perfection in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 8 cheeseburger bombs 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Filling
- 1 pound ground beef (Ground turkey or chicken can be used for a lighter option)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or 8 cloves fresh garlic, equivalent by weight)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder (or chopped fresh onion, reduced moisture)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 cubes cheddar cheese (or any melty cheese like Monterey Jack or pepper jack)
Dough
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8-count; homemade or pizza dough can be used)
Topping
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (olive oil can be substituted)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (Pecorino Romano for sharper taste)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook 1 pound of ground beef until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Prepare Dough: Flatten each of the 8 biscuit dough rounds into approximately 3-inch wide circles on a clean surface.
- Assemble Bombs: Spoon a generous amount of the cooled beef mixture into the center of each flattened biscuit dough circle. Place a cube of cheddar cheese on top of the beef filling.
- Seal Bombs: Fold the edges of the biscuit dough over the filling, pinching them together tightly to seal. Roll each sealed piece into a smooth ball to ensure no filling leaks out during baking.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the dough balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly to allow for expansion.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the minced garlic and cook gently for a minute to infuse the flavor without burning.
- Brush and Top: Brush the garlic butter generously over each dough ball. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley evenly over all the bomb tops.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the biscuit dough is golden brown and cooked through. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-baking.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cheeseburger bombs to cool slightly before serving warm. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter protein option.
- For a sharper cheese flavor, use Pecorino Romano instead of parmesan.
- If fresh garlic is used instead of garlic powder, adjust quantity accordingly (1 clove ≈ 1/8 teaspoon of garlic powder).
- Fresh parsley is optional but adds a nice color and fresh flavor.
- Olive oil can replace butter for a dairy-free option.
- Try adding finely chopped onions or your favorite herbs to the beef mixture for additional flavor.
- Serve these warm with ketchup, mustard, ranch, or your preferred dipping sauces.
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