These cheesy garlic parmesan cheeseburger bombs are juicy, flavorful bites of ground beef wrapped around gooey mozzarella, rolled in crispy parmesan, and pressure-cooked to perfection before a quick oven finish. A crowd-pleasing, fast option for dinners, snacks, or party bites.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, minced garlic, chopped parsley, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika. Mix until everything is well combined.
Take a small portion of the beef mixture (about the size of a golf ball) and flatten it in your hand. Place a small amount of mozzarella cheese in the center, then carefully fold the beef around the cheese, sealing it completely to form a ball.
Roll each beef ball in grated parmesan cheese until fully coated and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the outside is golden brown and the beef is cooked through.
Garnish with extra parsley if desired and serve hot!
Notes
Serve with dipping sauces like marinara, ranch, or spicy aioli. Seal cheese inside well to avoid leaks during cooking.