Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced pickles (optional)
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray for baking
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with ketchup, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to incorporate all flavors.
- Divide the beef mixture into 8 equal portions. Flatten each portion in your hand and place shredded cheese, diced onions, and pickles in the center. Carefully mold the beef around the fillings to form a ball, sealing the edges tightly.
- Wrap each beef ball with a slice of bacon, securing the ends with toothpicks if needed.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking sheet with olive oil or non-stick spray. Place the bacon-wrapped bombs on the sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until the bacon is crispy and the beef is cooked through. Alternatively, use an air fryer for faster, crispy results.
- Remove the bombs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ketchup, ranch, or aioli. Garnish with chopped herbs or extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use high-quality ground beef for juicier, more flavorful bombs.
- Secure bacon with toothpicks to prevent unraveling during cooking.
- Feel free to customize the fillings—add jalapeños, change cheese types, or include other seasonings.
- For a healthier version, bake instead of fry and consider using turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Contains meat, contains dairy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg