Get ready to discover your new favorite appetizer obsession: these incredible Garlic Cheese Bombs. Imagine soft, warm dough stuffed with gooey, melted mozzarella cheese, all drenched in a rich garlic herb butter. They are ridiculously easy to make, dangerously delicious, and guaranteed to disappear in minutes at any party or family gathering. This is the ultimate pull-apart bread experience that everyone will rave about.
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Cheese Bomb Recipe
If you’re looking for a simple yet show-stopping snack, this is it. These cheesy garlic bombs are perfect for game day, a holiday party, or just a cozy night in. They use refrigerated biscuit dough, which means you get that perfect, fluffy texture with minimal effort. The combination of savory garlic, fresh parsley, and melted cheese is simply irresistible. They are the perfect side dish for a hearty soup like this Crock Pot Potato Soup.
Key Ingredients You’ll Need
The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity. You only need a handful of basic ingredients to create these amazing cheese-stuffed bites.
- Refrigerated Biscuit Dough: One can of large refrigerated biscuits (like Pillsbury Grands!) is the secret to making this recipe quick and easy.
- Mozzarella Cheese: String cheese or mozzarella cubes work best as they are easy to wrap the dough around and melt beautifully.
- Butter: Use unsalted butter for the garlic butter topping, as this allows you to control the saltiness.
- Garlic: Freshly minced garlic provides the best flavor, but garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
- Parmesan Cheese: A little grated Parmesan in the butter topping adds a salty, nutty flavor that complements the mozzarella.
- Fresh Parsley: Finely chopped fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness to the garlic butter.
- Salt: Just a pinch to enhance all the other flavors.
Step-by-Step Instructions: Making Perfect Garlic Cheese Bombs
Follow these simple steps to create the ultimate cheesy appetizer. It’s so easy, you’ll have it memorized after the first time!
- Preheat and Prep: First, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round baking pan or a small cast-iron skillet.
- Prepare the Dough: Separate the biscuits and flatten each one into a 3-4 inch circle with your fingers.
- Stuff with Cheese: Place a cube of mozzarella cheese (or a piece of string cheese) in the center of each flattened biscuit.
- Seal the Bombs: Carefully stretch the dough up and around the cheese, pinching the seams together tightly to form a ball. It’s crucial to ensure it’s fully sealed to prevent any cheese from leaking out during baking.
- Arrange in Pan: Place the sealed dough balls, seam-side down, into your prepared baking pan. They should be nestled closely together.
- Make the Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, melt the butter. Stir in the minced garlic, chopped parsley, Parmesan cheese, and salt.
- Brush with Butter: Generously brush the garlic butter mixture over the top of all the cheese bombs, letting it drip down the sides.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the tops are a deep golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Let them cool for just a few minutes before serving. They are best enjoyed warm and gooey!
Expert Tips for Foolproof Cheese Bombs
Want to make sure your Garlic Cheese Bombs come out perfect every single time? Follow these simple but effective tips.
- Seal Them Tight: The most important step! Pinch the seams of the dough very firmly. If you don’t have a good seal, the cheese will melt and leak out during baking.
- Don’t Overfill: Use a reasonable amount of cheese. A 1-inch cube or a 1-inch piece of string cheese is plenty. Overfilling makes it difficult to seal the dough.
- Use Cold Cheese: Keep your cheese in the refrigerator right until you’re ready to use it. Cold cheese will melt more slowly, giving the dough time to cook through without leaks.
- Nestle Them Together: Placing the bombs close together in the pan helps them support each other as they bake, resulting in a softer, pull-apart texture.
Delicious Variations to Try
While the classic recipe is fantastic, you can easily customize these cheese bombs. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Bacon & Cheddar Bombs
For a smoky twist, stuff the dough with a cube of cheddar cheese and a small piece of cooked, crispy bacon. This combination is a definite crowd-pleaser and pairs perfectly with a main course like our Hawaiian Roll Cheeseburger Sliders.
Jalapeño Popper Bombs
Mix a little cream cheese with finely diced jalapeños and a pinch of cheddar. Use this mixture to stuff the bombs for a spicy, creamy kick that mimics the classic appetizer.
Pepperoni Pizza Bombs
Stuff each biscuit with a cube of mozzarella and a couple of mini pepperonis. Serve with a side of warm marinara sauce for the ultimate pizza-inspired snack. This is a great alternative to classic pizza sliders.
The Best Dipping Sauces
These cheesy garlic bombs are amazing on their own, but a good dip takes them to the next level. Try serving them with:
- Warm Marinara Sauce
- Ranch Dressing
- Garlic Aioli
- Queso Dip
Storing and Reheating Your Cheese Bombs
If you have any leftovers (which is rare!), you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply place them on a baking sheet and warm them in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are heated through and the cheese is melty again. Microwaving can make the dough tough, so the oven is your best bet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can assemble the cheese bombs, cover them tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. Just add the garlic butter right before they go into the oven.
The key is to create a very tight seal. When you wrap the dough around the cheese, firmly pinch all the seams together. Also, make sure not to overfill them and place them seam-side down in the baking pan.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat them in an oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes until they are warm and the cheese is gooey again.
These are delicious with a variety of sauces! We highly recommend serving them with warm marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or a creamy garlic aioli for the ultimate dipping experience.
The easiest and most popular choice is refrigerated biscuit dough (like Pillsbury Grands!). It creates a fluffy, soft texture with minimal effort. You can also use pizza dough, but you may need to adjust the baking time.
The Ultimate Cheesy Recipe
Garlic Cheese Bombs (The Easiest, Cheesiest Appetizer!)
Ingredients
Equipment
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round baking pan or a small cast-iron skillet.
- Separate the biscuits and flatten each one into a 3-4 inch circle.
- Place a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center of each flattened biscuit.
- Carefully wrap the dough around the cheese, pinching the seams together tightly to form a sealed ball.
- Place the sealed dough balls, seam-side down, into the prepared baking pan.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, Parmesan cheese, and salt.
- Generously brush the garlic butter mixture over the top of the cheese bombs.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
These are best served warm for the ultimate gooey cheese pull.
Share Your Cheesy Creations!
We are certain these Garlic Cheese Bombs will become a staple in your recipe collection. They are the perfect, easy-to-make appetizer that brings everyone together. If you make this recipe and love it, we’d be thrilled if you shared it with your friends and family. Don’t forget to save it to your favorite board on Pinterest!
