Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs: Easy Family Dinner (Print Version)
Whip up these savory Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs! Ground beef, cheese, and garlic butter wrapped in dough. Perfect for quick family meals.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
# Ingredients:
→ Cheeseburger Bomb Core
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1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
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1 tube (8 oz) crescent roll dough
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Garlic Butter Coating
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
→ Finishing Touches
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
# Instructions:
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First things first, get that ground beef into a large skillet over medium heat. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks. You want it browned all over, no pink bits left! This usually takes me about 5-7 minutes. Once it’s cooked, drain off any excess grease—nobody wants a soggy bomb, trust me on this. Then, stir in your onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Give it a good mix; you want those flavors to really meld with the beef. I always take a tiny taste here, just to make sure the seasoning is right, oops, it's a chef's perk!
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Now for the fun part! Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grab a baking sheet, lining it with parchment paper for easy cleanup later. Unroll that tube of crescent dough, separating it into 8 triangles. Honestly, this is where my kitchen can get a little chaotic; sometimes the dough sticks a bit. Just be gentle! Lay them out flat on your prepared baking sheet. This step is pretty quick, but don't rush it or you'll have torn dough, and we don't want that.
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This is where the Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs start to come alive! Take about 2 tablespoons of your seasoned ground beef mixture and place it near the wide end of each crescent roll triangle. Then, sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar over the beef. Now, carefully roll the dough from the wide end towards the pointy end, tucking in the sides as you go to seal in all that delicious filling. Make sure they're sealed tight, or you'll have cheese escaping, and while tasty, it's messy!
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In a small bowl, melt your butter. Then, stir in the minced fresh garlic and chopped parsley. Oh, the smell of that garlic butter is just divine! Brush this fragrant mixture generously over each of your assembled cheeseburger bombs. Don't be shy here; this is what gives them that golden, crispy, incredibly flavorful crust. I always make sure every nook and cranny gets some love. I once forgot this step and they just weren't the same, a rookie mistake!
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Pop your baking sheet into the preheated oven. Bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until those Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs are beautifully golden brown and the dough is cooked through. Keep an eye on them, because oven temperatures can vary, and you don't want them burnt. Around the 8-minute mark, I usually take them out, brush them with a little more garlic butter, and sprinkle on some of that Parmesan cheese. It helps build up that amazing crust.
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Once they're out of the oven, immediately sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the hot bombs. The cheese will melt slightly and create an even more irresistible crust. Let them cool for just a few minutes—they'll be scorching hot right out of the oven! The aroma filling your kitchen will be incredible. Serve these Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs warm and watch them disappear! They're so satisfying and honestly, pretty fun to eat.
# Notes:
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Don't overfill the crescent rolls, or the cheese will make a great escape (I learned this the hard way!).
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Really pinch those seams closed to prevent leaks; a little extra effort here saves a lot of cleanup.
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Don't skip the garlic butter; it's what makes these bombs truly sing!
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Serve with a simple green salad to balance the richness.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large skillet
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baking sheet
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parchment paper
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small bowl
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pastry brush
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 375 kcal
Total Fat: 28 g
Total Carbohydrate: 18 g
Protein: 22 g