Description
Garlic cheese bombs deliver an irresistible explosion of flavor from Italian-inspired ingredients. Melted mozzarella nestled in pillowy dough creates a savory appetizer that draws friends closer around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 tube biscuits (regular size, 10 count)
- 3 ounces (85 grams) mozzarella cheese in brick
Seasoning Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) salted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons dry ranch seasoning mix
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder or 3 teaspoons minced garlic
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Cut the mozzarella cheese into uniform 3/4-inch (1.9 centimeters) cubes, ensuring each piece is roughly the same size for consistent melting.
- Gently separate each refrigerated biscuit and place them on a clean cutting board, creating a workspace for filling.
- Position a single mozzarella cheese cube precisely in the center of each biscuit round.
- Carefully fold and pinch the biscuit edges, completely sealing the cheese inside and creating a smooth, enclosed roll without any cheese exposure.
- Arrange the sealed cheese-filled rolls on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining approximately 2 inches (5 centimeters) of space between each roll to allow proper expansion during baking.
- Create a flavorful coating by thoroughly combining melted unsalted butter with minced garlic and Ranch seasoning mix.
- Generously brush the aromatic butter mixture over the surface of each prepared roll, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 13 to 15 minutes, watching for a golden-brown exterior that indicates perfect doneness.
- Upon removing from the oven, apply the remaining butter mixture for additional flavor and shine.
- Allow the garlic cheese bombs to rest for 5 minutes, which helps stabilize the melted cheese and prevents burning.
- Serve warm alongside marinara sauce for a delightful dipping experience.
Notes
- Prep these delightful bites in under 30 minutes for a quick, crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack.
- Seal cheese completely inside the biscuit dough to prevent leakage during baking for perfect, gooey results.
- Use fresh mozzarella cubes and precise ¾” sizing to ensure even melting and consistent texture.
- Brush generously with garlic-ranch butter mixture for maximum flavor and golden-brown appearance.
- Allow a short 5-minute cooling period to let cheese set and prevent burning your mouth.
- Serve immediately with warm marinara sauce for an irresistible dipping experience that enhances every cheesy bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg