BBQ Bacon Cheddar Bombs
BBQ Bacon Cheddar Bombs are juicy beef meatballs stuffed with sharp cheddar, wrapped in crispy bacon, and glazed with smoky BBQ sauce. They’re bite-sized, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for grilling or baking.
Ingredients
Meatball Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend recommended
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- ½ cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- ½ tsp kosher salt
Bacon Wrapping:
- 12 strips thick-cut bacon
- 12 toothpicks soaked in water if grilling
Optional Toppings:
- Extra BBQ sauce for dipping
- Diced green onions for garnish
- Pickled jalapeños for extra kick
Instructions
- Heat oven or grill to 375°F (190°C). Line a tray with foil and set a wire rack on top, or oil grill grates.
- Combine beef, cheddar, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Divide into 12 portions, roll into 1.5-inch balls. Wet hands if sticky.
- Wrap each ball with a bacon strip, overlapping to cover. Secure with toothpick.
- Grill 15–20 mins or bake 20–25 mins, turning halfway.
- Ensure internal temp hits 160°F (71°C) and bacon is crisp.
- Rest 5 mins. Remove toothpicks. Garnish and serve with BBQ sauce.