About This Recipe
Garlic Butter Cheese Bombs are baked dough balls filled with melted cheese and coated in garlic butter. Preparation time is 15 minutes with 15 minutes cooking time. This recipe yields 8 cheese bombs.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This recipe uses minimal ingredients and requires no advanced cooking skills. The preparation process is efficient with consistent results. Cheese bombs work well as appetizers or accompaniments to meals.
Ingredients
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
- 8 mozzarella cheese cubes (1/2-inch size)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Marinara sauce for serving (optional)
Step by Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Separate biscuit dough into 8 pieces. Flatten each biscuit into 3-inch circles.
- Place one mozzarella cube in center of each flattened biscuit.
- Gather dough edges around cheese, pinching firmly to seal completely.
- Arrange sealed dough balls seam-side down on baking sheet, 2 inches apart.
- Bake 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley and salt.
- Immediately brush garlic butter mixture over hot cheese bombs after removal from oven.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce if desired.
FAQ
Can I use different cheese?
Mozzarella is recommended for melting properties. Cheddar or pepper jack may be substituted.
How do I prevent cheese leakage?
Ensure dough is completely sealed around cheese with no gaps.
Can I make these ahead?
Prepare up to sealing step, refrigerate 2 hours maximum, then bake.
You Must Know
Dough must be sealed completely to contain melting cheese. Apply garlic butter immediately after baking for maximum absorption. Serve promptly while cheese remains molten.
Storage Tips
Store leftovers in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-8 minutes. Microwaving will compromise texture. Freezing is not recommended.
Enjoy!