Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs You’ll Crave All Week Recipe
Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs combine the flavors of a cheeseburger with the fun of a pretzel in a delicious handheld snack. These savory treats are perfect for parties or game-day gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 14 bombs 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide and Shape the Dough: Cut the pizza dough into 14 equal pieces and roll each into an 8-inch strip.
- Assemble the Pretzel Bombs: Place cheese and a meatball on each strip, roll, and seal to form a ball. Place on the baking sheet.
- Prepare the Pretzel Bath: Boil water, add baking soda, and bring to a gentle boil.
- Boil the Dough Balls: Boil in batches for 20–30 seconds, then drain on paper towels.
- Egg Wash and Season: Brush with egg, sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Serve and Savor: Enjoy warm with mustard for dipping.
Notes
- Be careful when adding baking soda to boiling water as it may bubble up.
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite cheeseburger toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Cheeseburger, Pretzel, Bombs, Snack, Party Food, Game Day, Appetizer
