Of course! Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs are an incredibly fun and delicious appetizer or snack that combines all the flavors of a cheeseburger into a bite-sized, pull-apart package. They’re perfect for game day, parties, or a fun family dinner.
Here’s a foolproof recipe that uses simple ingredients for maximum flavor.
Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs
These bombs feature a savory beef and cheese filling wrapped in a fluffy dough and topped with a buttery garlic-Parmesan glaze.
Yields: 12 bombs
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
For the Filling:
· ½ lb ground beef
· 2 tablespoons finely minced onion
· 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
· ½ teaspoon garlic powder
· ½ teaspoon paprika
· Salt and black pepper to taste
· 4 slices American cheese or ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Dough & Assembly:
· 1 (16.3 oz) can refrigerated biscuit dough (8-count grands style)
· 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
· 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
· ½ teaspoon garlic powder
· ½ teaspoon dried parsley
· Optional for serving: Ketchup, mustard, or burger sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin or a baking sheet. If using a baking sheet, line it with parchment paper.
- Cook the Filling: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and onion, breaking it up with a spoon, until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain off any excess grease. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it cool for a few minutes, then stir in the cheese until melted and combined.
- Prepare the Dough: Separate the biscuit dough into 8 rounds. Using your fingers or a rolling pin, flatten and stretch each biscuit into a 5-6 inch circle.
- Assemble the Bombs: Place about 1.5-2 tablespoons of the beef and cheese mixture into the center of each flattened biscuit. Gather the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch them tightly at the top to seal. Place each bomb seam-side down in the prepared muffin tin cups or on the baking sheet.
- Add the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, grated Parmesan, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and dried parsley. Brush this mixture generously over the top of each bomb.
- Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the bombs are golden brown and the dough is cooked through.
- Serve: Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing. They will be very hot inside! Serve warm with your favorite burger sauces for dipping.
Air Fryer Instructions
Air fryers make these bombs incredibly crispy on the outside!
- Assemble the bombs as directed.
- Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t touch.
- Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Brush with the garlic-Parmesan butter mixture as soon as they come out.
Success Tips & Flavor Variations
· Seal Tightly: The most important step is to pinch the dough together well so the cheesy filling doesn’t leak out during baking.
· Let Filling Cool: If the beef filling is too hot when you assemble, it can make the dough sticky and hard to work with.
· Don’t Overfill: Stick to about 1.5 tablespoons of filling per biscuit. Overfilling is a common cause of bursting.
· Get Creative with Fillings:
· Bacon Cheeseburger: Add ¼ cup of cooked, crumbled bacon to the beef mixture.
· Western Burger: Add a tiny dice of pickle and a teaspoon of mustard to the filling.
· Pepperoni Pizza Bomb: Substitute the beef with cooked Italian sausage and a tablespoon of pepperoni, and use shredded mozzarella instead of cheddar.
· Make-Ahead: You can assemble the bombs, cover them tightly, and refrigerate them for up to 8 hours before baking. You may need to add 1-2 minutes to the baking time.
These Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs are guaranteed to be a hit—cheesy, savory, garlicky, and impossible to resist