BBQ Bacon Cheddar Bombs

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, and seasonings.
3. Scoop a small portion of the meat mixture, flatten it, and place a cheddar cube in the center. Shape into a tight ball.
4. Wrap each meatball with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed.
5. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet and brush generously with BBQ sauce.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the bacon is crisp and the cheese has melted inside.
7. Brush with additional BBQ sauce before serving.

Variations

• Use pepper jack cheese for a spicy center.
• Swap the BBQ sauce for honey-garlic or chipotle glaze.
• Mix finely diced jalapeños into the meat mixture for extra heat.
• Try smoked cheddar for a deeper flavor boost.

Tips

• Freeze cheese cubes briefly before stuffing to prevent leakage.
• Place the bombs seam-side down so the bacon stays wrapped while baking.
• Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for extra crispness.
• For truly smoky flavor, grill the bombs instead of baking — the bacon caramelizes beautifully.