Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs

## **3. Preparation Steps**

### a. Cooking the Beef Filling

1. **Cook the Ground Beef:** In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
2. **Season the Beef:** Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the beef. Stir to combine.
3. **Add Cheeses:** Mix in the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.

### b. Preparing the Biscuit Dough

1. **Preheat Oven:** Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. **Prepare Biscuits:** Open the can of biscuit dough and separate it into individual biscuits. Flatten each biscuit into a circle using your hands or a rolling pin.

### c. Assembling the Bombs

1. **Add Filling:** Place a generous spoonful of the beef and cheese mixture in the center of each flattened biscuit.
2. **Seal the Bombs:** Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges tightly to seal. Ensure there are no openings to prevent leakage during baking.

### d. Applying the Garlic Parmesan Butter

1. **Prepare Butter Mixture:** In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with grated Parmesan cheese.
2. **Brush the Bombs:** Using a brush, generously apply the garlic Parmesan butter mixture over the tops of each sealed bomb.

### e. Baking

1. **Arrange on Baking Sheet:** Place the prepared bombs on the lined baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching.
2. **Bake:** Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuit dough is fully cooked.
3. **Garnish:** Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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## **4. Variations and Customizations**

These cheeseburger bombs are highly versatile. Here are some ideas to customize them to your taste:

### a. Spicy Kick

– **Add Heat:** Incorporate diced jalapeños or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes into the beef mixture to introduce a spicy element.
– **Spicy Cheese:** Use pepper jack cheese in place of cheddar for an extra kick.

### b. Bacon Lover’s Edition

– **Bacon Bits:** Mix crumbled cooked bacon into the beef filling for a smoky flavor.
– **Bacon-Wrapped:** Wrap a strip of bacon around each bomb before baking for added indulgence.

### c. BBQ Style

– **BBQ Sauce:** Replace Worcestershire sauce with your favorite BBQ sauce in the beef mixture for a tangy twist.
– **Smoked Cheese:** Use smoked cheddar or gouda to enhance the BBQ flavor.

### d. Pizza Inspired

– **Pizza Sauce:** Add a spoonful of pizza sauce inside each bomb along with the beef mixture.
– **Mozzarella:** Substitute cheddar with shredded mozzarella cheese for a classic pizza taste.

### e. Vegetarian Option

– **Plant-Based Filling:** Use sautéed mushrooms, onions, and spinach in place of ground beef.
– **Vegan Cheese:** Opt for dairy-free cheese alternatives to accommodate vegan diets.

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## **5. Serving Suggestions**

These Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs are delicious on their own but can be paired with various sides and dips:

– **Dipping Sauces:** Serve with ranch dressing,