What’s the best type of cheese for stuffing BBQ meatballs?

Sharp cheddar is ideal because it melts smoothly and holds its flavor against the bold seasoning and smoky bacon. For variations, pepper jack adds heat, while smoked gouda gives depth—but avoid soft cheeses that melt away inside the meat.

What dipping sauces go well with BBQ bacon bombs?

Classic choices include BBQ sauce, ranch, blue cheese, chipotle aioli, and honey mustard. For sweet lovers, try maple sriracha or pineapple glaze. Offer a trio of dips to impress party guests.

How do you make Cheddar Stuffed BBQ Bacon Bombs?

Mix ground beef with cheddar, BBQ sauce, and spices. Form into balls, wrap each with thick-cut bacon, and secure with a toothpick. Bake or grill at medium heat until crispy and fully cooked. Let rest before serving.

Can I cook BBQ bacon bombs in the oven instead of grilling?

Yes! Bake them at 375°F for 20–25 minutes on a wire rack. Flip halfway through for even crisping. Oven cooking is perfect for batch prep and gives great results with less monitoring.

The Ultimate Cheddar-Stuffed BBQ Bacon Bombs That’ll Blow Your Mind

Name: Cheddar-Stuffed BBQ Bacon Bombs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 12 bombs
Cuisine: American BBQ
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (80/20); ½ cup sharp cheddar, shredded; ½ cup BBQ sauce; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; ½ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper; 12 slices thick-cut bacon; 12 toothpicks

Description

Juicy beef meatballs stuffed with cheddar and wrapped in smoky bacon. These BBQ bacon bombs are perfect for cookouts, game days, or protein-packed comfort food any time.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (80/20)

½ cup sharp cheddar, shredded

½ cup BBQ sauce

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

12 slices thick-cut bacon

12 toothpicks

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F or heat grill to medium heat.

2. In a bowl, combine beef, cheese, BBQ sauce, and seasonings.

3. Form mixture into 12 even-sized balls.

4. Wrap each ball in bacon and secure with a toothpick.

5. Place on wire rack or grill over indirect heat.

6. Cook 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

7. Brush with more BBQ sauce in final 5 minutes.

8. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to check internal temp (160°F).

Let rest after cooking to keep the cheese inside.

Bacon will crisp better on a wire rack or when rotated often on the grill.

Try pepper jack for a spicier variation.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 bombs
Calories: 310
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 390mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 17g
Cholesterol: 65mg