These BBQ bacon bombs are loaded with melty cheddar inside, wrapped in smoky bacon, and glazed with sticky BBQ sauce—perfect for parties or a hearty snack!
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 10–12 bombs)
- 500g (1 lb) ground beef (or chicken)
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (cut into small cubes)
- 10–12 strips bacon
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare meat mixture
- In a bowl, mix ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, and spices.
2. Stuff with cheese
- Take a portion of meat, flatten it
- Place a cube of cheddar in center
- Seal tightly into a ball
3. Wrap with bacon
- Wrap each ball with a strip of bacon
- Secure with toothpick if needed
4. Cook (Oven Method)
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
- Place bombs on a lined tray or rack
- Bake for 20–25 minutes
5. Add BBQ glaze
- Brush BBQ sauce over bombs
- Bake another 5–10 minutes until sticky and caramelized
🔥 Air Fryer Method
- Preheat to 180°C (350°F)
- Cook for 12–15 minutes
- Brush BBQ sauce → cook 3–5 more minutes
💡 Tips for Perfect Bombs
- Seal cheese well to avoid leakage
- Use thick-cut bacon for better wrapping
- Don’t overcrowd—air circulation helps crisp bacon
- Rest 5 minutes before serving (cheese inside is HOT!)
🔥 Variations
- Spicy Bombs: Add jalapeños inside
- Chicken Version: Use ground chicken + mozzarella
- Keto Version: Skip breadcrumbs
- Smoky Style: Add smoked paprika or cook on grill
⚖️ Approx Nutrition (Per Bomb)
- Calories: ~180–220
- Protein: ~10–14g
- Fat: ~14–18g
- Carbs: ~2–5g
🧮 WW (Weight Watchers) Points (Approx)
- 5–7 points per bomb
👉 Lower points:
- Use turkey bacon
- Use lean meat
- Skip breadcrumbs
❓ FAQs
Can I make ahead?
Yes—assemble and refrigerate, then cook fresh.
Can I freeze them?
Yes, freeze before cooking for best results.
Why is cheese leaking?
Not sealed properly—make sure edges are tight.