Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs (Recipe for Printing)
Warm up any gathering with cheesy beef pretzel bombs ideal for casual meals and game days. Featuring rich cheddar and soft pretzel dough. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Filling
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1 pound ground beef
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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Salt to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper to taste
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8 slices cheddar cheese, cut into small squares
→ Dough and Assembly
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1 can refrigerated pizza dough
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Flour for dusting
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Cooking spray or oil for greasing
→ Pretzel Bath and Topping
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2 tablespoons baking soda
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4 cups water
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1 large egg, beaten
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2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray or oil.
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In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic until beef is no longer pink and onions are translucent. Season with salt and black pepper. Drain excess fat and let mixture cool.
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Roll out refrigerated pizza dough on a lightly floured surface. Cut the dough into 16 equal squares using a knife or pizza cutter.
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Place a spoonful of the beef mixture and a cheddar cheese square in the center of each dough square. Fold the dough over the filling, pinching edges tightly to seal and form a ball.
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In a large pot, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Sprinkle in baking soda, lower the heat to a gentle simmer.
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Submerge each dough ball in the simmering baking soda solution for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
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Brush dough balls with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
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Transfer baking sheet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until pretzel bombs are a deep golden brown.
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Allow to cool slightly and serve warm with ketchup or mustard if preferred.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure pretzel bombs are well-sealed to prevent cheese from leaking during baking.