Cheesy Meatball Bombs Recipe

Cheesy Meatball Bombs Recipe

Ingredients:

• For the Meatballs:
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• For the Bombs:
  • 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• For Serving:
  • Marinara sauce, for dipping

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Meatballs:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
   • Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should get approximately 16 meatballs.
   • Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
2. Assemble the Bombs:
   • Open the can of refrigerated biscuit dough and separate the biscuits.
   • Flatten each biscuit into a disk using your hands or a rolling pin.
   • Place a small amount of shredded mozzarella cheese in the center of each flattened biscuit.
   • Place a meatball on top of the cheese.
   • Wrap the biscuit dough around the meatball, sealing the edges to form a ball. Repeat with the remaining biscuits and meatballs.
3. Prepare the Garlic Butter:
   • In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, dried parsley, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
4. Bake the Bombs:
   • Place the wrapped meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or in a greased baking dish.
   • Brush the tops of the dough-wrapped meatballs with the garlic butter mixture.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuit dough is golden brown and cooked through.
5. Serve:
   • Remove the cheesy meatball bombs from the oven and let them cool slightly.
   • Serve warm with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

These Cheesy Meatball Bombs are a delightful and satisfying snack or appetizer. The combination of flavorful meatballs, gooey cheese, and buttery biscuit dough makes them a hit at any gathering. Enjoy the deliciousness of these cheesy, meaty bites with your favorite dipping sauce!