Description
Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs are a delicious twist on the classic cheeseburger, combining savory meatballs and gooey cheese wrapped in a soft pretzel dough. These flavorful bombs are perfect for parties or game-day snacking, and they’re sure to be a hit with everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
Dough:
- 1 lb (455 g) pizza dough, rested at room temperature for 15–20 minutes
Filling:
- 7 slices American cheese, halved
- 14 frozen mini meatballs, fully thawed
Pretzel Bath:
- ¼ cup (45 g) baking soda
- 5 cups (1.2 L) water
Additional:
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Coarse sea salt, for topping
- Yellow mustard, for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide and Shape the Dough: Cut the pizza dough into 14 pieces. Roll each into an 8-inch strip.
- Assemble the Pretzel Bombs: Place cheese and a meatball on each dough strip. Roll and seal to form a ball.
- Prepare the Pretzel Bath: Boil water, add baking soda, and bring to a gentle boil.
- Boil the Dough Balls: Lower the bombs into the water, then drain on a plate.
- Egg Wash and Season: Brush with egg and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve and Savor: Enjoy warm with mustard for dipping.
Notes
- You can customize the filling with different types of cheese or meat.
- Ensure the dough is sealed tightly to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
- Experiment with various seasonings or toppings for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel bomb
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cheeseburger, Pretzel, Bombs, Appetizer, Game-day Snack, Party Food
