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Cheddar Stuffed BBQ Bacon Bombs

Juicy ground beef stuffed with cheddar, wrapped in bacon, and glazed with BBQ sauce for the ultimate smoky, cheesy appetizer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bacon bombs
Course: Appetizer, Party
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bacon Bombs
  • 1.5 lb ground beef 80/20
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese cut into cubes
  • 1 lb bacon regular cut
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika optional
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp BBQ sauce mixed into beef
Glaze
  • 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Combine ground beef, seasoning, and BBQ sauce in a bowl.
  2. Cube cheddar cheese and set aside.
  3. Shape meat around cheese cubes into balls.
  4. Wrap each ball with bacon.
  5. Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 20 minutes.
  6. Brush bacon bombs with BBQ glaze and bake 10–12 minutes more.
  7. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with extra BBQ sauce or ranch dressing.