These Cheeseburger Bombs take your classic cheeseburger experience to a whole new level. Imagine all the flavors of a Big Mac wrapped inside a soft, pillowy bread dough, bursting with juicy roasted beef, tangy hamburger sauce, melted cheddar, and the crunch of pickles. Perfect for a fun family meal, party appetizer, or even a game-day snack, these Cheeseburger Bombs are as delicious as they are creative.

Full Recipe:

Bread Dough Ingredients:

180g Bread flour
3g (1 tsp) Salt

25g (2.5 tbsp) Sugar
4g (2 tsp) Instant dry yeast
35g Room temperature butter

120ml Warm milk

Filling Ingredients:

Roasted beef (recipe below)
Hamburger sauce (recipe below)

Chopped tomatoes
Pickles
Cheddar cheese

Roasted Beef Recipe:

Ingredients:

500g beef (chuck or sirloin works well)
2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the beef with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until browned.

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
Let the beef rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly for the filling.

Hamburger Sauce Recipe:

Ingredients:

½ cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp mustard

1 tbsp pickle relish
1 tsp vinegar
½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, and vinegar.
Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
Mix well until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Directions for Cheeseburger Bombs:

Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, salt, sugar, and instant dry yeast. Gradually add warm milk while mixing to form a dough. Knead in the room temperature butter until the dough is smooth and elastic. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling: While the dough is rising, prepare the roasted beef and hamburger sauce as outlined above. Slice the roasted beef thinly. Prepare other filling ingredients: chop tomatoes, slice pickles, and grate cheddar cheese.
Assemble the Cheeseburger Bombs: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and flatten into a disk. Place a slice of roasted beef, a spoonful of hamburger sauce, chopped tomatoes, a slice of pickle, and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese in the center of each disk. Gather the edges of the dough to enclose the filling, pinching to seal tightly.

Bake the Cheeseburger Bombs: Place the assembled cheeseburger bombs seam side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let them rise for another 15 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush the tops of the bombs with a bit of melted butter, if desired, and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Serve: Allow the bombs to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm with extra hamburger sauce on the side for dipping!

Tips for Success:

Even Sealing: Make sure to seal the dough tightly around the filling to prevent it from leaking out during baking.

Custom Fillings: Feel free to add other ingredients like sautéed onions, jalapeños, or bacon to the filling for extra flavor.
Freezing Option: These cheeseburger bombs can be frozen after baking. Simply reheat them in the oven before serving.

Nutritional Information (Per Bomb):

Calories: 350 kcal

Protein: 15g
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 30g

Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 4g
Sodium: 500mg

Storage Tips:

Refrigeration: Store leftover cheeseburger bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Freezing: For longer storage, freeze the baked bombs in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag. Reheat directly from frozen in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes or until heated through.

Conclusion:

Cheeseburger Bombs are a delightful twist on the classic cheeseburger, combining all your favorite flavors into a neat, portable package. With their golden, soft dough encasing a savory, cheesy filling, these bombs are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Try them out for your next family dinner, party, or whenever you’re craving something a little different!