Cheesy Mozzarella Biscuit Bombs
Golden, flaky biscuits stuffed with melty mozzarella cheese and brushed with garlic butter.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
1 cup buttermilk (or see substitution below)
For the Filling:
12 small mozzarella cheese cubes (about 1 inch each)
For the Garlic Butter Topping:
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Set aside.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl:
Add 2 cups flour
Add 1 tablespoon baking powder
Add ½ teaspoon baking soda
Add 1 teaspoon salt
Whisk together to combine and evenly distribute the leavening agents.
Step 3: Cut in the Cold Butter
Add the ½ cup cold butter (cubed) to the flour mixture.
Use a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour.
Continue until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
Tip: Cold butter is key for flaky biscuits!
Step 4: Add Buttermilk and Form Dough
Pour in 1 cup buttermilk.
Gently stir just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
Step 5: Shape the Dough
Lightly flour your work surface.
Turn the dough out and knead it gently 2-3 times—just enough to bring it together.
Pat or roll the dough into a rectangle about ½ inch thick.
Step 6: Fill with Cheese
Cut the dough into 12 equal squares.
Place 1 cube of mozzarella in the center of each square.
Carefully wrap the dough around the cheese, sealing the edges completely.
Shape each into a ball and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 7: Prepare the Garlic Butter
In a small bowl:
Mix ¼ cup melted butter with 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
Step 8: Brush and Bake
Brush each biscuit bomb with garlic butter.
Place in the preheated oven and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until:
Tops are golden brown
Cheese inside is melted and gooey
Step 9: Finish and Garnish
After removing from the oven, brush again with any remaining melted garlic butter.
Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for color and flavor.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm and enjoy as-is!
Great side for soups, chili, or salads.
Also perfect for appetizers or party snacks.
Variations and Tips
Cheese options: Try cheddar, pepper jack, or gouda for different flavors.
Stuff it more: Add a bit of cooked bacon, a spoonful of pesto, or a dollop of tomato sauce for variation.
Add heat: Mix in crushed red pepper flakes with the garlic butter for a spicy kick.
Buttermilk substitute: Mix 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar with 1 cup milk. Let sit for 5–10 minutes.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 8–10 minutes or until warm and crisp.
Final Tip:
For an even crispier bottom, bake them in a cast iron skillet or on a preheated baking stone!
Enjoy these irresistible, melty Mozzarella Biscuit Bombs hot out of the oven. Let me know if you want a sweet version or a gluten-free twist!