Here’s how to make a tray of freshly baked cheese bombs — golden, buttery, and oozing with melty cheese inside. Perfect for parties, snacks, or game day!
🧀 Tray of Freshly Baked Cheese Bombs
Yield: 16 cheese bombs | Prep Time: 15 mins | Bake Time: 15 mins
Total Time: ~30 mins
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Bombs:
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1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough
(or use homemade dough; see below) -
16 small cubes of mozzarella or cheddar (¾” each)
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Optional: 16 slices of pepperoni, or cooked bacon bits for extra flavor
Garlic Butter Topping:
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3 tbsp butter, melted
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp dried parsley or Italian seasoning
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Optional: grated Parmesan for topping
🥣 Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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Prepare the dough:
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Separate biscuit dough into individual pieces.
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Flatten each piece into a disc.
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Add the filling:
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Place a cheese cube (and pepperoni or bacon if using) in the center.
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Fold the dough over and pinch the edges to seal completely.
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Roll into a ball and place seam-side down on the tray.
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Make the garlic butter:
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Mix melted butter, garlic, and herbs in a small bowl.
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Brush and bake:
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Brush each dough ball generously with garlic butter.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
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Finish:
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While hot, brush with remaining garlic butter and sprinkle with Parmesan if desired.
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🍞 Optional Homemade Dough:
(Quick version)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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¾ tsp salt
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¾ cup milk
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2 tbsp oil or melted butter
Mix into a soft dough, knead briefly, and divide into 16 balls.
✅ Tips:
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Serve immediately — they’re best hot with gooey centers.
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Add a side of marinara or ranch for dipping.
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Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the oven or air fryer.
Would you like a make-ahead version, a spicy twist, or a sweet variation (like Nutella bombs)?
