Description
Garlic parmesan bacon cheeseburger bombs deliver explosive flavor in every crispy, cheesy bite. Packed with savory ingredients and golden-brown perfection, you’ll crave these irresistible handheld delights that combine classic burger elements into one mouthwatering appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 slices bacon
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic
- 8 oz cheddar cheese
Binding/Filler Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Coating/Topping Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (for coating)
Instructions
- Crisp the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until golden and crunchy, then drain on paper towels and crumble into small pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, crumbled bacon, minced garlic, grated parmesan, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly using your hands to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Add breadcrumbs and beaten egg to the meat mixture, gently folding until the ingredients are well incorporated without overmixing.
- Divide the meat mixture into 8 equal portions, creating uniform round patties.
- Cut the cheddar cheese into 8 small cubes, placing one cube in the center of each meat patty.
- Carefully encase the cheese cube completely within the meat, sealing the edges to prevent leakage during cooking.
- Roll each stuffed meat ball in additional breadcrumbs, ensuring a complete and even coating.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and arrange the coated meat bombs on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the exterior turns a rich golden brown.
- While hot, brush the bombs with melted butter and sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh, aromatic finish.
- Allow to cool for 3-5 minutes before serving to let the cheese set and prevent burning.
Notes
- Bacon Preparation: Crisp bacon thoroughly to maximize crunchiness and enhance overall flavor profile, ensuring no excess grease remains.
- Meat Mixing Technique: Handle ground beef gently when combining ingredients to prevent dense, tough texture and maintain burger’s tenderness.
- Cheese Sealing Trick: Completely seal cheese cube inside meat to prevent leakage, creating a delightful molten center when bitten.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Replace breadcrumbs with crushed pork rinds or almond flour for a low-carb, gluten-free alternative without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg