Easy Cheesy Biscuit Bites

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Looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that looks fancy but takes no time? These cheesy bites are your answer. Grab some refrigerated biscuit dough from the store, cut each biscuit into quarters, and wrap them around mozzarella cubes. Pop them in the oven until golden brown, then brush with garlic herb butter while still warm. The cheese gets all melty and stretchy inside, and the outside turns perfectly crispy. Ready in about 20 minutes start to finish, and people always love them. Perfect for game day, parties, or quick snacks.
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Updated on Wed, 15 Jan 2025 19:11:47 GMT
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These homemade Garlic & Herb Cheese Bombs are an easy recipe that creates irresistible pull-apart treats. Featuring soft biscuit dough wrapped around gooey mozzarella and brushed with garlic-herb butter, these savory bites are perfect as appetizers, snacks, or alongside your favorite meals. Ready in just minutes, they're guaranteed to become a family favorite!

Why You'll Love These Cheese Bombs

These cheese bombs combine the convenience of ready-made biscuit dough with the indulgent pleasure of melted cheese and aromatic garlic-herb butter. They're incredibly versatile and can be customized with different cheeses and seasonings. Perfect for entertaining, they require minimal prep time but deliver maximum flavor and wow-factor. Best of all, they're nearly foolproof to make!

Ingredients for Cheese Bombs

  • For the Bombs:
    • 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated biscuits
    • 8 cubes mozzarella cheese (1-inch each)
  • For the Garlic-Herb Butter:
    • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
    • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
    • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional Additions:
    • Grated Parmesan cheese
    • Red pepper flakes
    • Fresh parsley for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare for Baking
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Separate biscuits and cut cheese into cubes.
Assemble Cheese Bombs
Flatten each biscuit slightly. Place cheese cube in center. Carefully wrap dough around cheese, pinching edges to seal completely. Place seam-side down on baking sheet.
Make Garlic Butter
Combine melted butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt in small bowl. Set aside.
Bake and Finish
Bake 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Immediately brush with garlic-herb butter. Serve while cheese is hot and melty.

Pro Tips for Success

Seal edges tightly to prevent cheese from leaking. Don't overbake or cheese will become too hard. Let cool slightly before eating to prevent burns. Use cold cheese cubes for easier wrapping. Make garlic butter while bombs bake for perfect timing.

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Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping. Perfect alongside pasta dishes or salads. Excellent appetizer for parties or game day. Add to soup or chili as a side. Sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese before serving for added flavor.

Storage and Make-Ahead Tips

Best served fresh from oven. Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated up to 4 hours before baking. Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in oven at 350°F for 5 minutes to restore cheese's melty texture. Not recommended for freezing.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I use different types of cheese?
Yes, you can experiment with different cheeses like cheddar, feta, gorgonzola, or a blend of cheeses for variety.
→ How can I add more flavor?
You can add red pepper flakes, hot sauce, chopped bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, or caramelized onions to customize the flavor.
→ Can I use fresh herbs instead of dried?
Yes, fresh herbs can be used instead of dried. Just chop them finely and mix into the garlic butter mixture.
→ Why put cheese bombs seam side down?
Placing them seam side down helps prevent the cheese from leaking out during baking and ensures the bombs stay sealed.
→ How should these be served?
Serve warm as an appetizer or snack, or pair with pasta or salad for a meal. They're best enjoyed while the cheese is still melty.

Conclusion

These delightful Garlic Herb Cheese Bombs are a quick and easy appetizer that transforms simple refrigerated biscuit dough into golden, cheese-filled bites. By wrapping mozzarella cubes in soft dough and brushing with a fragrant garlic herb butter, you create a crowd-pleasing snack that's perfect for parties, game days, or casual gatherings.

Garlic Herb Cheese Bombs

Quick and easy appetizers made with biscuit dough wrapped around mozzarella cheese, then brushed with garlic herb butter.

Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
15 Minutes


Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 6 Servings (6 mini cakes)

Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 1/2 cup (1 stick or 113g) butter, softened.
02 1 tsp McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract.
03 16 oz confectioners' sugar, sifted.
04 2 tbsp (2% or whole) milk.
05 Pinch salt.

Instructions

Step 01

Beat butter in bowl of stand mixer with whisk attachment on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 02

Add vanilla extract.

Step 03

With mixer on low, slowly add in confectioners' sugar, milk, and salt; frequently scrape sides and bottom of bowl.

Step 04

Once incorporated, whip frosting for at least 3 minutes on medium high to high. (Can go up to 7 minutes).

Step 05

If frosting is too thick to spread, gradually beat in additional milk.

Step 06

Store in refrigerator up to 2 weeks. Rewhip before using.

Notes

  1. Can be stored for up to 2 weeks in refrigerator.
  2. Needs to be rewhipped before using.
  3. Use suggested white cake recipe for from-scratch cakes.

Tools You'll Need

  • Stand mixer with whisk attachment.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
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