Description
Cheddar Stuffed BBQ Bacon Bombs are a must-try recipe that combines juicy beef, melty cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon, all glazed with barbecue sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices bacon
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into small balls, making sure to enclose a portion of shredded cheddar cheese in the center of each ball.
- Wrap each cheese-filled meatball with a slice of bacon, ensuring that the bacon fully covers the meatball.
- Place the bacon-wrapped meatballs on a baking sheet. Brush each meatball with barbecue sauce.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the meat reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For enhanced texture, consider using thick-cut bacon.
- You can adjust the amount of barbecue sauce based on your taste preference.
- Always check the internal temperature of the meatballs to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 6 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg