I discovered this fun twist on a classic cheeseburger and I absolutely love how approachable and delicious it is. Juicy seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and garlic-Parmesan buttery biscuit dough all wrapped into one handheld delight.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I love this recipe because it combines all the comfort-food elements I crave — bold beef flavor, gooey cheese, and a golden, flaky exterior — into a party-friendly bite. The biscuit dough wraps up everything so it’s less messy than a typical burger and yet every bit as satisfying. Whether I’m looking for something fun for game night or a comforting weeknight dinner, this hits every mark.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup cream cheese, softened
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 Tbsp melted butter
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
Preheat your oven to 375 °F (190 °C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
Season the beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.
Remove from heat and stir in the cream cheese and shredded cheddar until the mixture is well combined.
Open the biscuit dough and separate into individual biscuits. Flatten each one into a circle.
Place a spoonful of the beef-cheese mixture in the center of each flattened biscuit.
Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal completely, forming a ball.
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with the grated Parmesan cheese. Brush the tops of the sealed dough balls with this garlic-Parmesan butter.
Arrange the bombs seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Let them cool slightly, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Servings and Timing
Yield: approximately 8 servings (about 8 bombs)
Prep time: around 15 minutes
Cook time: about 12-15 minutes
Total time: around 27-30 minutes
Variations
Swap cheddar for pepper-jack if I want a bit of heat.
Use pizza dough or puff pastry instead of biscuit dough for a different texture.
Mix in diced onions, mushrooms, or jalapeños into the beef filling.
For a lighter version, I sometimes use ground turkey instead of beef.
Storage/Reheating
I store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, I preheat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C) and warm the bombs for about 10 minutes until heated through and the exterior is crisp again. I can also freeze the baked bombs (once cooled) for up to 2-3 months. When reheating from frozen, I add a few extra minutes in the oven.
FAQs
How do I prevent the cheese and filling from leaking out?
I make sure to seal the edges of the dough tightly around the filling and avoid over-filling each biscuit. A good pinch and seal is key.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes — I can prepare the beef mixture ahead and assemble the bombs, then refrigerate until ready to bake. Baking them just before serving gives the best texture.
What dipping sauce pairs well with these bombs?
I like serving them with ketchup, mustard, ranch dressing, or even a simple burger sauce. They also go well with marinara or a garlic-herb dip.
Can I use a different dough than refrigerated biscuits?
Absolutely — pizza dough, puff pastry, or even homemade biscuit dough work fine. I just adjust thickness and baking time slightly as needed.
Are these freezer-friendly?
Yes. Once baked and cooled, I can freeze them for up to a few months. To serve, I bake from frozen at 350 °F until heated through (about 15 minutes or more depending on size).
Conclusion
These Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs are a winner in my kitchen. They deliver all the flavors of a cheeseburger — beefy, cheesy, garlicky — wrapped in a convenient, handheld dough shell. Whether I’m serving them for a casual dinner, snack time, or entertaining guests, they always disappear fast. I hope you enjoy making (and eating) them as much as I do.
Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs are a delicious handheld twist on a classic cheeseburger—featuring juicy beef, melty cheese, and garlicky biscuit dough baked to golden perfection. Perfect for dinner, game day, or party snacks.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup cream cheese, softened
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 Tbsp melted butter
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease.
Season beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in cream cheese and shredded cheddar until melted and well mixed. Let cool slightly.
Separate biscuit dough and flatten each piece into a circle.
Place a spoonful of beef mixture into the center of each biscuit. Fold and pinch to seal into a ball.
Mix melted butter and grated Parmesan in a small bowl. Brush tops of dough balls with garlic-Parmesan butter.
Place seam-side down on baking sheet. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
Cool slightly, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
Don’t overfill the biscuits—seal edges well to avoid leaks.
For extra flavor, add diced onion, jalapeños, or mushrooms to the beef mixture.
Swap cheddar for other cheeses like pepper-jack for a spicy kick.
Use pizza dough or puff pastry as an alternative to biscuit dough.
Freeze baked bombs for up to 3 months; reheat in the oven until warmed through.
