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