Description
Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs are a fun and delicious twist on a classic cheeseburger, wrapped in soft pretzel dough and baked to golden perfection. These savory bites feature seasoned ground beef combined with melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, encased in a chewy pretzel dough shell, boiled briefly in baking soda water, and finished with a salty egg wash topping. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, they offer a satisfying combination of flavors and textures that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Dough & Finishing
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 cup baking soda (for boiling)
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- Coarse sea salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat from the pan to avoid greasiness.
- Season the Beef: Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the cooked beef. Stir thoroughly to combine and enhance the flavors.
- Add Cheese: Remove the skillet from heat, then stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and evenly mixed into the beef.
- Prepare the Dough: Unroll the refrigerated pizza dough onto a clean surface. Cut the dough into 2-3 inch squares, suitable for wrapping bite-sized portions.
- Fill the Dough: Place about one tablespoon of the cheesy beef mixture in the center of each dough square, ensuring enough filling without overflow.
- Seal the Bombs: Fold each dough square’s corners up and pinch the edges securely to seal the filling inside, forming small dough balls.
- Boil the Pretzel Bombs: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the baking soda. Carefully drop in each sealed pretzel bomb and boil for about 30 seconds. Use a slotted spoon to remove them, allowing excess water to drain.
- Egg Wash and Salt: Place the boiled pretzel bombs onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush each with beaten egg for a glossy finish, then sprinkle with coarse sea salt for authentic pretzel flavor.
- Bake: Bake the pretzel bombs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until they turn golden brown and puff up.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving to allow the filling to set slightly and to avoid burns.
Notes
- Boiling in baking soda water is essential to achieve the signature pretzel crust texture and flavor.
- Ensure the dough is sealed tightly to prevent filling leakage during boiling and baking.
- You can substitute pizza dough with homemade pretzel dough for enhanced flavor and texture.
- For extra flavor, consider adding diced pickles or mustard inside the filling mixture.
- These pretzel bombs are best served warm but can be reheated in the oven without losing texture.
