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Savory Bacon Cheeseburger Bombs

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These grab-and-go bacon cheeseburger pockets are stuffed in biscuit dough. Get a tray done in half an hour, perfect for guests.

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Updated on Tue, 03 Jun 2025 11:14:33 GMT
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You've gotta try my go-to party snack that steals the show every time. These Bacon Cheeseburger Bombs happened by accident on a lazy Sunday watching football and now everyone begs for them. Think of everything you love in a cheeseburger all tucked inside a bite-sized little bundle.

What Makes Them Irresistible

I'm obsessed with how these little guys squeeze in all those big cheeseburger flavors into small, tasty bites. So quick to throw together that even my teens can join in stuffing them. Oh, and when that cheese flows out on your first bite, it’s next-level good.

What You’ll Gather

  • Sesame Seeds: Perfect for that fancy finish.
  • Egg Wash: Gets you that golden, shiny outside.
  • Biscuit Dough: Takes away half the hassle.
  • Seasonings: Make sure you shake in some Worcestershire.
  • Onion: Gives that nice savory pop.
  • Bacon: You want it super crunchy.
  • Cheddar Cheese: Shred it fresh for extra meltiness.
  • Ground Beef: I'm all about 80/20 for max taste.

Filling Is Up Next

We'll brown our ground beef first. I toss in the onions near the end so they keep some crunch. With the bacon crumbled in and seasonings mixed through, things really start smelling awesome in here.

Let’s Get Bakin’

While the mixture cools down, go ahead and start your oven up to 375°F. Throw parchment paper on your tray trust me you'll be grateful for the easy cleanup. Then crack open that trusty biscuit dough.

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Mini burgers oozing cheese and crispy bacon, topped with sesame seeds and fresh herbs are front and center in this close shot. | recipesclare.com

Time To Build

This is the fun part flattening those biscuit circles and scooping your filling right in the middle. Don't get wild with the stuffing just a spoonful is perfect otherwise they'll get tricky to seal.

How To Nail It

Now the fun bit gently wrap the dough around and pinch it shut good and tight. Feels just like wrapping a tiny present. A little egg wash on top will make them shine after baking.

It’s Sauce O’Clock

As they bake I whip up my not-so-secret sauce. It’s just ketchup and mayo with some fun extras thrown in but trust me it takes things up a notch.

Pro Moves

All my best tricks after loads of trial and error keep your cheese cold so it doesn't leak everywhere and don’t be lazy sealing up those edges tight.

Remix Ideas

Switch it up sometimes stuff in a pickle slice or spice things up with jalapeños. My buddies love when I go bold like that.

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Stash Some For Later

Extras reheat like champs in the fridge. Pop them in a 350°F oven for ten minutes and they’re almost as tasty as the first batch.

Best Food Buddies

They pair perfectly with a giant salad or crunchy potato wedges. On football nights I set up loads of dip options for everyone.

Meat-Free Version

My veggie folks don’t miss out I just swap in plant-based ground burger. Season it well and you're good.

Air Fryer Win

Got an air fryer? These come out super crispy on the outside and gooey in the center. Just keep an eye out they cook up fast.

Kid Crew Approved

My kids are all in when I make these. They love pressing the dough and loading on their favorite toppings. Makes weekend cooking way more fun.

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Make Them Shine

I sometimes brush on garlic butter right after baking for an extra hit of flavor. Honestly it’s a total game changer.

People Usually Ask

I get a lot of questions about making your own dough. You can if you want but honestly the canned stuff is a big time-saver. You can assemble these early just cover and chill till baking.

Ultimate Party Hit

These are always the first to vanish at any get-together. Folks love how easy they are to eat and that every bite tastes like a mini cheeseburger explosion.

Easy Cleanup Tricks

I keep my area neat and prep things before I start. Never skip the parchment paper it's my number one mess-avoider.

Why We’re Obsessed

These Bacon Cheeseburger Bombs are more than just a crowd-pleaser they’re now a family tradition at our place. Game nights dinner parties or just because—these always make everyone happy.

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A big plate of cheesy, bacon-topped mini buns sprinkled with sesame, with one piece half-eaten shows all the gooey goodness inside. | recipesclare.com

Recipe FAQs

→ How can I stop the cheese and meat from oozing out?

Press those dough edges together really well and sit them seam-side down as they bake.

→ Is it possible to prep these ahead of time?

You can put them together and stash in the fridge unbaked for up to a day. Bake after brushing with some melted butter.

→ Why should I let the meat and cheese cool down a bit?

If the inside stuff is too hot, it makes the dough sticky and you can't seal it. Letting it cool a bit fixes that.

→ What’s the best way to make these crispy again when reheating?

Pop them in the oven quickly and they'll stay crispy outside. The microwave will just make them mushy.

→ Is it okay to freeze them?

Yep, after you bake and cool them. Bake straight from the freezer 'til they're warm in the middle.

Bacon Bombs

Cheesy, meaty goodness stuffed inside a flaky biscuit. All your favorite cheeseburger things in one handy bite.

Preparation Time
15 min
Cooking Time
15 min
Total Time
30 min

Category: Party & Snacks

Skill Level: Intermediate

Cuisine Type: American

Makes: 8 Serves (8 bombs)

Dietary Preferences: ~

Ingredients

01 Ketchup and mustard for dipping.
02 Pickle slices to go on top.
03 1 teaspoon sesame seeds if you'd like.
04 2 tablespoons melted butter.
05 1 can (16 oz) of ready-to-bake biscuit dough.
06 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
07 Salt and pepper, just sprinkle some in.
08 1 small onion, chopped up tiny.
09 6 strips of bacon, cooked then broken into bits.
10 1 pound of ground beef.

Steps

Step 01

Sprinkle cheese and bacon into the browned beef and onion after draining any grease.

Step 02

Shape biscuits into flat rounds, pop some filling in the middle, then wrap up and pinch the edges so they're closed. Put them seam-side down on a tray with parchment.

Step 03

Turn your oven on to 375°F. Brush the balls with melted butter and throw on some sesame seeds if you want.

Step 04

Let them bake about 12 to 15 minutes 'til they puff up and get golden. Serve them hot with your favorite sauces.

Helpful Notes

  1. A splash of Worcestershire sauce in the beef kicks up the taste.
  2. Different cheeses totally work here too.

Required Tools

  • Baking sheet.
  • Large skillet.

Allergen Info

Check each ingredient for potential allergens and seek medical advice if unsure.
  • Dairy.
  • Wheat.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

These are general insights and don’t replace professional medical advice.
  • Calories: 380
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Carbs: 22 g
  • Protein: 18 g