Description
These bold, flavor-packed onion bombs are stuffed with juicy seasoned ground beef and melty cheddar cheese, wrapped in crispy bacon, and baked or grilled to perfection. Sweet caramelized onion layers surround a savory cheeseburger center, making these irresistible appetizers for BBQs, game days, or party platters.
⏱ Time
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 35–40 minutes
Total: 55–60 minutes
🍽 Servings
6 (12 onion bombs)
🛒 Ingredients
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3 large yellow onions
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1 lb ground beef
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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12 slices bacon
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Optional glaze: BBQ sauce or hot honey
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare grill for indirect heat.
2️⃣ Peel onions and slice tops/bottoms. Cut in half and gently separate outer layers into cups.
3️⃣ In bowl, mix beef, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire.
4️⃣ Fill onion cups with beef mixture and cheddar cheese. Top with another onion layer.
5️⃣ Wrap each onion bomb with bacon and secure with toothpick.
6️⃣ Place on baking rack over tray. Bake 35–40 minutes until bacon is crispy and beef is cooked.
7️⃣ Brush with BBQ sauce or hot honey in last 5 minutes if desired.
📝 Notes
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Yellow onions caramelize best.
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Bacon keeps bombs juicy while crisping outside.
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Toothpicks prevent unraveling.
💡 Tips
✔ Air fryer: 375°F for 15–18 minutes
✔ Use pepper jack cheese for spice
✔ Swap beef for turkey for lighter version
✔ Add jalapeños inside for extra heat
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I prep ahead?
Yes — assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before cooking.
Q: Can I freeze them?
Yes — freeze raw bombs, cook from frozen adding 8–10 minutes.
Q: Can I make them keto?
Yes — already low-carb.
🔢 WW Points (per bomb)
Blue: 6 points
Green: 7 points
Purple: 6 points
Anti-Inflammatory Twist — Onion Bombs (Healthier Version)
✅ Key Swaps
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Ground beef → Ground turkey or chicken
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Bacon → Turkey bacon or skip
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Cheddar → Feta or goat cheese
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Add garlic, turmeric, parsley, olive oil
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Result: High-protein, flavorful, and anti-inflammatory-friendly 👍