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Bacon Cheeseburger Mozzarella Bombs

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Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, these Bacon Cheeseburger Mozzarella Bombs combine cheeseburger flavors with melted mozzarella, perfect for snacks or appetizers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 bombs
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 sticks mozzarella cut in half
Coating
  • 1 cup flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
For Serving
  • Marinara or burger sauce for dipping
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet, cook beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until browned. Drain excess grease.
  2. Let cool slightly, then mix in crumbled bacon and cheddar.
  3. Cut mozzarella sticks in half.
  4. Flatten a spoonful of beef mixture, place a mozzarella half in the center, and mold beef around it completely.
Coating and Freezing
  1. Dredge each bomb in flour, dip in egg, then roll in breadcrumbs. Repeat for a second coating.
  2. Freeze for 20–30 minutes to help hold shape.
Frying
  1. Heat oil in a deep fryer or skillet to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Fry bombs until golden brown and crispy (about 3–4 mins).
Serving
  1. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

Make sure to fully cool the beef mixture before adding the cheese to help the cheese melt perfectly. Adjust the spices to your taste and feel free to experiment with different cheeses for a unique flavor.
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