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cheeseburger pretzel bombs

cheeseburger pretzel bombs

Cheeseburger pretzel bombs combine the rich, gooey flavors of a classic cheeseburger with a soft, salty pretzel crust, delivering bite-sized snacks perfect for parties, game days, or anytime finger food cravings hit. These easy-to-make pretzel bombs are filled with seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar cheese, and classic condiments, then baked to golden perfection with a traditional pretzel crust and glossy finish.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cheeseburger pretzel bombs 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Filling

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
  • Optional: diced pickles, jalapeños, bacon bits

Pretzel Dough

  • 1 batch pretzel dough (store-bought or homemade)

Baking Soda Bath

  • 10 cups water
  • 2/3 cup baking soda

Finishing

  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Coarse salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Prepare the beef filling: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, then drain excess fat. Stir in diced onions, mustard, ketchup, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let the mixture cool slightly before assembling.
  2. Shape the pretzel dough: Roll out the pretzel dough and cut it into small squares, large enough to fully wrap the beef and cheese filling.
  3. Assemble the bombs: Place a spoonful of the beef mixture and a cube of cheddar cheese in the center of each dough square. Pinch the edges tightly together to seal and form a smooth ball.
  4. Prepare the baking soda bath: Bring water to a boil and add baking soda. Drop each sealed dough ball into the bath for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon.
  5. Bake until golden: Arrange the bombs on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg wash, sprinkle with coarse salt, and bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

  • Seal well: Ensure dough is tightly sealed around the filling to prevent cheese leaks during baking.
  • Don’t skip the baking soda bath: Essential for authentic pretzel crust texture and flavor.
  • Use sharp cheddar: Sharp cheddar melts best and enhances the cheeseburger flavor.
  • Let filling cool: Cooling the beef mixture before wrapping prevents sogginess or dough tearing.
  • Experiment with sizes: Keep snacks bite-sized for optimal eating and presentation.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free dough substitute)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pretzel bomb
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: cheeseburger, pretzel bombs, appetizer, snack, finger food, game day food