Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs are delicious bite-sized snacks filled with cheesy ground beef and wrapped in soft pretzel dough, perfect for game day or any gathering.
Author:Dija
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground beef
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 package refrigerated pretzel dough
1 egg (for egg wash)
1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
Roll out the pretzel dough and cut it into squares.
Place a spoonful of the beef and cheese mixture in the center of each square.
Fold the dough over the filling and pinch to seal.
Place the bombs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add diced onions or pickles to the beef mixture.
Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup or mustard.
These can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking.