Ohhh that’s a fun one 😋 — here’s a Cheddar-Stuffed BBQ Bacon Bombs recipe. Juicy beef, gooey cheddar inside, wrapped in smoky bacon, glazed with BBQ sauce, then baked or grilled until sticky and delicious.
Ingredients (Makes 6–8 bombs)
1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 works best)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
Salt & black pepper, to taste
6–8 cheddar cheese cubes (about 1-inch each)
12–16 slices bacon (thin-cut works best for wrapping)
½ cup BBQ sauce (your favorite)
2 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for extra caramelization)
Toothpicks (to secure bacon)
Instructions
Preheat Oven/Grill
Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a rack on top.
Grill: Preheat to medium heat (indirect cooking).
Prepare Meat Mixture
In a bowl, mix ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Divide mixture into 6–8 equal portions.
Stuff with Cheese
Flatten each portion into a patty.
Place a cheddar cube in the center, then wrap the meat around it to form a ball.
Wrap in Bacon
Wrap each ball with 2 bacon slices (crisscrossed). Use toothpicks to secure ends if needed.
Cook
Oven: Place on rack and bake 25–30 minutes, until bacon is crisp and beef is cooked through (internal temp 160°F / 71°C).
Grill: Cook over indirect heat for 25–30 minutes, turning occasionally.
Glaze
Brush with BBQ sauce during the last 5–10 minutes of cooking. If you like sweeter bombs, sprinkle a little brown sugar on top before finishing.
Serve
Let rest 5 minutes. Remove toothpicks and serve hot with extra BBQ sauce for dipping.
Tips & Variations
Spicy Kick: Add a jalapeño slice inside with the cheddar.
Extra Cheesy: Use shredded cheese mixed into the beef + a cube in the center.
Party-Style: Make mini versions with smaller cheese cubes and half slices of bacon.
Would you like me to also give you a smoky homemade BBQ glaze recipe to brush on these instead of bottled BBQ sauce?