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Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs

Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs: The Ultimate Comfort Snack

Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs are a delightful twist on classic comfort food, featuring juicy meat and gooey cheese in a chewy pretzel shell.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 14 bombs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pretzel Dough
  • 14 Pizza Dough Substitution: Store-bought dough can be used to save time.
  • 5 cups Water Must be at a rolling boil with baking soda added.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Soda Ensure it’s fully dissolved in water to avoid clumping.
  • 1 large Egg No substitutions suggested for this purpose.
  • to taste teaspoon Coarse Sea Salt Adjust amount to taste.
For the Filling
  • 14 Mini Meatballs Substitution: Ground beef or turkey can be used in place of pre-made meatballs.
  • 14 slices American Cheese Any melting cheese can work, but American is recommended for texture.
For Dipping (Optional)
  • 1 cup Yellow Mustard Other dipping sauces like ketchup or aioli can be served.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pot
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cheeseburger Pretzel Bombs
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Divide the pizza dough into 14 equal pieces and roll each piece into an 8-inch long strip.
  3. Place a slice of American cheese and a mini meatball at one end of the dough strip and roll tightly.
  4. In a large pot, bring 5 cups of water to a rolling boil, then stir in the baking soda until fully dissolved.
  5. Drop a few assembled bombs into the boiling water and let them cook for 20-30 seconds.
  6. Transfer the boiled bombs to the baking sheet, brush with the beaten egg, and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
  7. Bake the bombs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving with yellow mustard or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bombCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure dough is tightly sealed around filling to prevent cheese leakage during baking.

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