Description
These Beef Bacon Cheeseburger Bombs are a delicious and hearty snack or appetizer, combining seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, and melty cheddar cheese all wrapped in buttery biscuit dough. Perfectly baked until golden and topped with a shiny egg wash and optional sesame seeds, these savory bombs are bursting with classic cheeseburger flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard (yellow or Dijon)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese cubes)
Dough & Toppings
- 1 tube refrigerated biscuit dough (8 pieces)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Cook Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for 5–7 minutes until fully cooked, then drain any excess fat for a leaner filling.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the finely diced onions, ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper. Cook the mixture for another 3–4 minutes to meld the flavors and soften the onions.
- Add Bacon: Mix the chopped cooked bacon into the beef mixture, then remove the skillet from heat and allow the filling to cool slightly before assembling.
- Prepare Dough: Flatten each biscuit dough piece into a round shape to create a base for the filling.
- Fill Bombs: Spoon a portion of the beef mixture and some shredded or cubed cheddar cheese into the center of each dough round.
- Seal Bombs: Carefully fold and seal the dough around the filling to form balls, ensuring the seams are tightly closed to prevent leakage while baking.
- Prepare for Baking: Place each dough ball seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg to give a glossy finish and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until the biscuit dough turns a beautiful golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving to allow cheese to set.
Notes
- Make sure to drain excess fat after browning the beef to avoid greasy filling.
- Let the beef mixture cool slightly before assembling to prevent dough from becoming too sticky or tearing.
- Sealing the dough well is key to avoid filling leakage during baking.
- You can use shredded cheese or small cubes depending on your preference for melty pockets inside the bombs.
- These can be served as an appetizer, snack, or even a fun main dish alongside a salad.
