Irresistible Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs in 8 Easy Steps
Savory, melty cheeseburger pretzel bombs—perfect game day snack with homemade pretzel dough and cheesy beef filling.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 bombs 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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- 3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 8 cups water
- ½ cup baking soda
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp ketchup (optional)
- 1 tbsp mustard (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped pickles (optional)
- 1 egg, beaten
- Coarse pretzel salt
Instructions
- Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it foam, then add flour, salt, and melted butter. Knead until smooth.
- Brown ground beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Drain grease, mix with cheese and optional ingredients.
- Divide dough into portions. Flatten each piece, spoon beef mixture into the center, and seal into balls.
- Boil water and baking soda. Dip each dough ball for 20–30 seconds, then place on a lined baking sheet.
- Brush with beaten egg, sprinkle with coarse salt, and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Serve warm for best flavor.
- Optional ingredients add classic cheeseburger taste.
- Seal dough tightly to prevent cheese leakage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg