Burger Bombs
Make easy Burger Bombs with ground beef and cheese. A quick, family-friendly burger bombs recipe ready in about 30 minutes.
Servings: 8 servings
Equipment
- large skillet
- serving spatula
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound 80/20 ground beef
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 24 frozen dinner rolls thawed
- 3 ounces mild cheddar cheese cut into 8 cubes
Optional egg wash and garnish:
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- sesame seeds optional
For serving:
- ketchup and/or mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil until it shimmers.1 tablespoon olive oil
- Add the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook, breaking the meat into crumbles, until fully browned.1 pound 80/20 ground beef, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Drain grease, then stir in the ketchup. Remove from heat and set aside.2 tablespoons ketchup
- Flatten each thawed dinner roll using your fingers until about double in size.24 frozen dinner rolls
- Add about 1 tablespoon of the beef mixture to the center of each piece of dough. Top with one cube of cheese.3 ounces mild cheddar cheese
- Bring the edges of the dough up and around the filling, pinching and twisting to seal completely.
- Place seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water. Brush over the tops of each roll. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.1 large egg, 1 tablespoon water, sesame seeds
- Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
- Serve warm with ketchup or mustard.ketchup and/or mustard
Notes
🥡 STORAGE: Store cooled burger bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Keep sauces separate until ready to serve
♨️ REHEATING: Oven: Reheat at 350°F for about 10 minutes until warmed through
Microwave: Heat for about 30 seconds, then rest 1 minute before serving
Air fryer: Reheat at 350°F for 3-5 minutes until warm and slightly crisp
❄️ FREEZING: Freeze fully cooked and cooled burger bombs in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months
Thaw completely before reheating for the best texture
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS: Drain the grease well to avoid a soggy filling
Seal the dough tightly so they do not open while baking
Do not overfill or the dough may tear
Use evenly sized portions for consistent baking
🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS: Air fryer: Cook at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, checking for doneness
Oven method recommended for the best even browning
♻️ LEFTOVERS: Chop and use as a filling for wraps or quesadillas
Slice and serve as a fun appetizer platter with dipping sauces
📝 NOTES: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd
Try different flavor variations like BBQ, taco, or Italian-style fillings
Great for meal prep or quick family dinners
Nutrition
Serving: 1bomb | Calories: 570kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 1118mg | Potassium: 337mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 160IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 319mg | Iron: 6mg
