Get ready for your new favorite party food — Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs! These bite-sized golden rolls are packed with juicy beef, gooey melted cheese, and wrapped in a soft, salty pretzel shell. Each one is like a mini cheeseburger surprise that bursts with flavor the moment you bite in. Perfect for game nights, family gatherings, or a fun twist on dinner, these little bombs are guaranteed crowd-pleasers.
🍔 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Imagine everything you love about a cheeseburger — savory beef, melted cheddar, and buttery bread — all rolled into one warm, handheld bite. The pretzel exterior adds that irresistible chewy crust, while the inside stays juicy and cheesy. They’re easy to make, easy to serve, and totally addictive.
🧀 Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- ½ cup diced onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Pretzel Dough (shortcut version):
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (or pizza dough)
- 6 cups water + ¼ cup baking soda (for boiling)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Coarse salt and sesame seeds for topping
🔥 Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet, brown ground beef with onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drain any excess fat and let cool slightly. Mix in shredded cheese.
- Assemble the Bombs: Flatten each biscuit dough piece into a small circle. Place a spoonful of the beef-cheese mixture in the center, then fold the dough around it, pinching edges to seal.
- Boil the Pretzels: Bring water and baking soda to a boil. Drop each dough ball in for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Bake: Brush each ball with egg wash, sprinkle with coarse salt or sesame seeds, and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Let them cool slightly before serving. Dip in ketchup, mustard, or a cheesy sauce for extra indulgence.
🍽️ Serving Tip
Serve warm for the ultimate gooey cheese pull! They make perfect appetizers, lunchbox snacks, or a creative dinner idea for kids and adults alike.
❤️ A Bite-Sized Cheeseburger Dream
Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs combine the magic of soft pretzels and melty cheeseburgers into one unforgettable snack. They’re crispy, chewy, cheesy, and full of savory goodness — a recipe you’ll want to make again and again.