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Homemade Garlic Butter Cheese Bombs

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These homemade garlic butter cheese bombs feature fluffy dough filled with gooey mozzarella and topped with fragrant garlic-herb butter. A perfect pull-apart appetizer or snack for any occasion.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 18–20 cheese bombs
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup warm milk (about 43°C)
  • 18–20 small cubes of mozzarella cheese (about 2 cm each)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and instant yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour, salt, and melted butter. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
  5. Punch down the dough and divide into 18–20 equal pieces.
  6. Flatten each piece, place a mozzarella cube inside, and seal the dough around it.
  7. Arrange dough balls seam-side down on a lined baking sheet.
  8. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes while preheating the oven to 190°C.
  9. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. Mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, salt, and paprika (if using) in a bowl.
  11. Brush garlic butter over the warm cheese bombs.
  12. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use cheddar or gouda instead of mozzarella for a different flavor.
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds or parmesan on top before baking for added texture.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the oven for best results.
  • Be sure to fully seal the dough around the cheese to prevent leaks.
  • You can refrigerate dough after the first rise to prep ahead.

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