Warm, buttery dough pulling apart to reveal a gooey center is the ultimate comfort food experience. These Cheese Bombs combine fluffy biscuit dough with melted cheddar and garlic herbs for a bite that is satisfyingly rich. I first made these for a movie night with Ethan and Olivia, and now they beg for them every weekend. You need to make this now because it delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, perfect for when you need easy snacks in a hurry. It is one of those simple recipes that turns a standard can of biscuits into something special.
Why You'll Love This
This recipe is incredibly fast, requiring only a few minutes of hands-on preparation before hitting the oven. The contrast between the crisp, herb-brushed exterior and the soft, molten cheese inside makes every bite interesting. These Cheese Bombs are a hit with both kids and adults, making them a safe bet for parties or family gatherings. It fits right in with other fun baking recipes where you can get the kids involved in wrapping the dough. Plus, they use simple supermarket ingredients you likely already have or can grab quickly on your way home.
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Ingredients
The beauty of this recipe lies in how a few basic items transform into a savory treat. Using fresh garlic and real butter elevates these delicious snacks recipes beyond typical fast food.
Check the recipe card for exact amounts and full instructions.
Main Ingredients
- Refrigerated Biscuit Dough: Provides a fluffy, reliable base that puffs up beautifully in the oven.
- Cheddar Cheese: I use block cheese cut into cubes because it melts slower and richer than shredded cheese.
- Butter: Melted salted butter acts as the vehicle for all the savory garlic flavor on top.
- Garlic: Freshly minced cloves give a punchy aroma that makes the kitchen smell incredible.
- Parsley: Adds a pop of fresh color and a slight herbal note to cut the richness.
Optional Extras
- Mozzarella: Swap cheddar for mozzarella for an impressive, stretchy cheese pull.
- Pepperoni Slices: Tuck a slice inside with the cheese for a pizza-inspired version.
- Red Pepper Flakes: Sprinkle into the butter mixture to satisfy food cravings for heat.
How to Make Cheese Bombs (Step-by-Step)
These instructions are designed to guide you through the assembly so you get a perfect seal every time. This is one of my favorite easy baking recipes because it is almost impossible to mess up.
Prep the Oven Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This ensures the bottoms do not stick or burn while the cheese melts.
Flatten the Dough Take each biscuit out of the can and gently press it flat with your palm or a rolling pin. You want a circle about 3 inches wide so it can fully wrap around the filling without tearing.
Fill and Seal Place a cheese cube in the center, pull the edges up, and pinch them tightly together.
Why is pinching important? If the seal is weak, the cheese will leak out onto the pan, leaving you with an empty dough ball.
Bake Until Golden Place the bombs seam-side down on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes. You will know they are ready when the tops are puffy and a light golden brown color.
Garnish and Serve Whisk the garlic and parsley into the melted butter and brush it generously over the hot biscuits. The heat from the bread helps absorb the butter instantly for a soft, flavorful crust.
Top Tip
Here is how to ensure your Cheese Bombs turn out perfectly gooey and intact.
Use fresh garlic → improves aroma → smell the savory scent filling the kitchen. Following these tips turns simple diy food recipes into bakery-quality snacks.
Use block cheese → melts smoothly without oil separation → look for a thick, creamy center.
Seal tightly → keeps filling inside → look for a smooth bottom seam.
Serve hot → ensures maximum stretch → look for steam when pulling apart.
Don't overbake → keeps dough soft → look for a light golden color, not dark brown.
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You can easily customize this recipe to match whatever ingredients you have in your fridge. For a breakfast twist, use cooked sausage and scrambled eggs inside the dough along with the cheese. If you need quick dinner ideas, turn these into "taco bombs" by adding a teaspoon of seasoned ground beef inside. You can also coat the outside with cinnamon sugar instead of garlic butter and use cream cheese inside for a sweet version.
Storage
These are best eaten fresh, but leftovers can save you when you need fast dinner recipes or sides later in the week. Store cooled bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the microwave for 20 seconds or in a toaster oven to revive the melted cheese texture. You can freeze unbaked bombs on a tray, then transfer to a bag; just add a few minutes to the baking time when cooking from frozen.
Serving Suggestions
Pair these Cheese Bombs with a bowl of warm marinara sauce for dipping to get that full pizza effect. They make an excellent side dish for tomato soup or chili, replacing standard crackers or bread. For a complete meal using fast dinner recipes, serve them alongside a fresh Caesar salad and grilled chicken.
FAQs
Can I use homemade dough?
Yes, you can use a simple pizza dough or homemade biscuit dough. Just ensure it is rolled out thinly enough to cook through before the cheese burns.
Why did my cheese leak out?
This usually happens if the dough wasn't pinched tightly enough or if the dough was too thin in spots. Make sure the seam is placed face down on the baking sheet.
Can I use shredded cheese?
Shredded cheese is harder to contain and can get messy during wrapping. Cubed cheese stays in place and provides a better bite after baking.
Can I make these in an air fryer?
Absolutely; air fry at 350°F for about 6-8 minutes. It is a great method for quick dinner ideas when you don't want to heat the whole oven.
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Garlic Butter Cheese Bombs
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Flatten each biscuit round with your hand or a rolling pin until it is about 3 inches wide. You need enough surface area to fully enclose the filling.
- Place a cube of cheddar cheese in the center of each flattened dough circle.
- Pull the edges of the dough up and over the cheese, pinching the seams tightly to seal. A tight seal prevents the cheese from leaking out while baking.
- Place the bombs seam-side down on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes. The tops should turn a light golden brown.
- Mix the melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley in a small bowl while the biscuits are in the oven.
- Brush the hot biscuits generously with the garlic butter mixture immediately after removing them from the oven.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired and serve warm for the best cheese pull.
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