Cheddar BBQ Bacon Bombs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meat and Cheese
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450 g ground beef or ground pork
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115 g cheddar cheese, cut into cubes
→ Bacon and Sauces
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12 slices thin-cut bacon
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120 ml barbecue sauce
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
→ Assembly
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Toothpicks
# Instructions:
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Set oven to 190°C and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for effortless cleanup.
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In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mix ground meat, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until uniform.
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Take portions of meat mixture, slightly flatten, place a cheddar cube in the center, and encase with meat to form balls. Continue with remaining mixture.
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Wrap each meatball with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick so the bacon stays intact during baking.
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Lightly coat each bacon-wrapped ball with barbecue sauce using a pastry brush.
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Arrange bacon bombs on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, brushing once more with barbecue sauce halfway through.
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Set oven to broil and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, monitoring closely for golden, crispy bacon.
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Let cool briefly, remove toothpicks, and present while hot for optimal melted cheese texture.
# Notes:
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For maximum cheese melt, avoid overhandling meatballs once cheese is sealed inside.
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Choose a sharp cheddar for bold flavor or substitute with other semi-hard cheeses as desired.