Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs

Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs—these are soft, cheesy, garlicky bites filled with juicy burger, perfect for parties or a fun dinner. I’ll give you a detailed step-by-step recipe.

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Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast

• 1 cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)

• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

• 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheeseburger Filling:

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and mozzarella)

For the Garlic Parmesan Butter Topping:

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

2. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.

3. Add melted butter and yeast mixture to the flour. Stir until a dough forms.

4. Knead on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

5. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

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Step 2: Cook the Burger Filling

1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

2. Break the beef into small crumbles and cook until no longer pink.

3. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

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Step 3: Assemble the Cheeseburger Bombs

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces.

3. Flatten each piece into a small circle (about 3 inches).

4. Place 1-2 tablespoons of cooked beef in the center and top with 1 tablespoon shredded cheese.

5. Fold the edges over the filling and pinch to seal completely. Roll lightly into a ball.

6. Place the balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

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Step 4: Add Garlic Parmesan Butter

1. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, Parmesan, and parsley.

2. Brush the mixture generously over the tops of the dough balls.

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Step 5: Bake

1. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

2. Remove from oven and brush again with garlic butter while hot for extra flavor.

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Step 6: Serve

• Let cool slightly, then serve warm.

• Optional: Serve with ketchup, mustard, or a cheesy dipping sauce.

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Tips for Success

• Make sure the beef filling is slightly cooled before adding to dough to prevent the dough from getting soggy.

• For extra gooeyness, add a small cube of cheese in the center along with shredded cheese.

• These can also be made ahead, frozen before baking, and baked later straight from frozen (add 5–7 minutes to bake time).