Description
Cheesy, garlicky, and perfectly golden, these garlic parmesan cheeseburger bombs are stuffed with seasoned beef and melty cheese, then wrapped in soft dough. Easy to make, freezer-friendly, and perfect for parties, snacks, or family dinners.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred)
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1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
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1 tube crescent roll dough (or pizza/biscuit dough)
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
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1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
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Optional fillings: pickles, diced onions, cooked bacon bits
Instructions
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Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cook Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef. Add salt, pepper, and half the garlic. Drain fat and let cool.
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Assemble: Unroll dough and cut into 8 squares. Place a spoonful of beef and cheese in each, add any optional fillings. Fold dough over filling and pinch to seal.
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Butter & Top: Mix melted butter with remaining garlic. Brush bombs with garlic butter and sprinkle with parmesan.
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Bake: Arrange bombs on the baking sheet, seam-side down. Bake for 14–18 minutes until golden brown.
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Serve: Garnish with parsley. Let cool slightly and serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
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Air Fryer Method: Cook at 350°F for 10–12 minutes.
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Make Ahead: Assemble bombs and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
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Freezer Tip: Freeze assembled, unbaked bombs on a tray, then store in a bag. Bake from frozen, adding 3–5 extra minutes.
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Cheese Options: Try provolone, American, or pepper jack for a twist.
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Gluten-Free: Substitute with gluten-free dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheeseburger bomb
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg