BBQ Cheddar Bacon Bombs (Print Version)
Beef filled with cheddar, wrapped in bacon, brushed with BBQ sauce, and cooked to smoky, melty bites.
# Ingredients:
→ Beef and Seasonings
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1 pound ground beef
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Filling and Wrapping
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6 cubes sharp cheddar cheese, approximately 1 inch each
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6 slices thick-cut bacon
→ Sauce and Garnish
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1/4 cup barbecue sauce, plus extra for brushing
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Chopped fresh parsley or chives, optional, for garnish
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 400°F or heat grill to medium-high.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Blend gently until just combined.
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Divide the seasoned beef into six equal portions. Flatten each into a disk and place a cheese cube in the center. Encase the cheese fully by shaping the beef around it into a sealed ball.
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Wrap each beef ball securely with a slice of thick-cut bacon, using toothpicks to fasten if needed.
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Arrange the bacon-wrapped bombs onto a wire rack set over a baking sheet if using the oven, or place directly on the grill grates.
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Brush each bacon-wrapped bomb evenly with barbecue sauce.
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Bake or grill for 25 to 30 minutes, turning occasionally on the grill, until the bacon is crisp and the beef is cooked through. Brush with additional barbecue sauce during the final 5 minutes of cooking.
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Let the bombs rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives if desired.
# Notes:
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Use toothpicks to secure the bacon and prevent unraveling during cooking.