Irresistible Cheeseburger Pretzel Bites Ready in 30 Minutes
Epic cheesy stuffed bites perfect for your next party snack win!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can refrigerated pizza dough (or pretzel dough, if available)
- ¼ cup chopped pickles or jalapeños (optional, for flavor boost)
- 6 cups water + ¼ cup baking soda (for pretzel bath)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Coarse salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a skillet with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drain excess grease.
- Cut dough into 12 equal squares. Add a spoonful of beef and a pinch of cheddar to the center of each. Fold and pinch to seal into a ball.
- Bring water and baking soda to a boil. Carefully dip each dough ball for 30 seconds.
- Place dipped bombs on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake at 425°F for 12–15 minutes until deep golden brown.
- Let cool slightly, then serve.
Notes
- Optional pickles or jalapeños add extra flavor.
- Use pretzel dough for a more authentic pretzel taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg