Description
Irresistible bacon cheeseburger bombs combine classic American hamburger flavors in a delightful handheld snack. Melted cheese and crispy bacon create an explosive taste experience that will satisfy hungry guests at any gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 8 slices bacon
- 8 slices cheddar cheese (cut into squares)
- 1 can (16 oz / 450 g) refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
- ½ cup (75 g) diced onion
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 large egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Render ground beef and onions in a medium-heat skillet, browning meat and caramelizing onions while draining excess fat, then integrate condiments and seasonings, allowing flavors to intensify for two minutes before cooling slightly.
- Dough Transformation: Gently stretch biscuit dough into delicate circles, creating a canvas for layering cheese slices and seasoned beef mixture, then meticulously fold and seal edges to form compact, spherical parcels.
- Bacon Wrapping: Envelop each dough ball with a crisp bacon slice, securing with toothpicks if necessary, ensuring complete coverage and potential flavor infusion.
- Oven Preparation: Preheat oven to 375F (190C), line baking sheet with parchment paper, and arrange bacon-wrapped bombs with precision, brushing with egg wash and optional sesame seed garnish.
- Baking and Finishing: Roast for 20-25 minutes until dough achieves golden-brown magnificence and bacon reaches a caramelized, crisp texture, then allow brief resting before serving with accompanying dipping sauces for a decadent culinary experience.
Notes
Manage Meat Moisture: Drain excess fat thoroughly after browning beef to prevent soggy, greasy bomb interiors and ensure crisp, clean texture.
Seal Edges Completely: Pinch dough edges meticulously to prevent cheese leakage during baking, creating a tight, secure seal for perfect bomb structure.
Bacon Crispness Technique: Par-cook bacon slightly before wrapping to guarantee ultimate crunchiness and prevent undercooked or soft bacon exterior.
Temperature Control: Let bombs rest 3-5 minutes post-baking to stabilize internal filling and prevent scalding hot cheese from burning your mouth during first bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg