Description
These Irresistibly Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs are a delightful appetizer or snack featuring seasoned ground beef and melted cheddar cheese encased in buttery biscuit dough, topped with garlic butter and Parmesan cheese for a crispy, flavorful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheeseburger Filling
- 1 pound ground beef (Ground turkey or chicken can be used for a lighter option)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 cubes cheddar cheese (Any melty cheese like Monterey Jack or pepper jack can be used)
Dough and Topping
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8-count) (Homemade dough or pizza dough can be used)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (Olive oil can work as a dairy-free alternative)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (Use 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 for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Cook Beef: In a skillet, add 1 pound of ground beef and cook over medium heat until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat, then 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 rounds of biscuit dough into circles approximately 3 inches wide to create a base for the filling.
- Assemble Bombs: Spoon a generous amount of the cooled beef mixture into the center of each flattened biscuit circle. Place a cube of cheddar cheese on top of the beef filling.
- Seal Dough: Fold the edges of the biscuit dough over the filling and pinch together firmly to seal. Roll each sealed biscuit into a smooth ball to ensure no filling leaks during baking.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the sealed dough balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart.
- Make Garlic Butter: Melt butter over low heat in a small pan, then stir in the minced garlic to infuse flavor.
- Brush and Top: Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over each dough ball. Then sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and a decorative touch.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Watch closely near the end to prevent over-baking.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving warm. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauces for an irresistible treat.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter protein option.
- Fresh garlic can replace garlic powder; 1 clove equals about 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder.
- If using fresh onion instead of onion powder, reduce added moisture for better dough handling.
- Olive oil can replace butter for a dairy-free version.
- Parmesan can be swapped with Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor.
- Keeps well for leftovers; reheat in oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cheeseburger bombs, appetizer, cheesy snack, baked snack, garlic parmesan, ground beef recipes
