Amazing Bacon and Cheese Bombs Made with Frozen Bread Dough

December 14, 2023

Today we share the secrets behind our savory bacon and cheese bombs using a convenient frozen bread dough.

Hey there, fellow food lover!

Today, we’re excited to share an utterly delectable creation we’ve perfected– bacon and cheese buns.

It’s a foolproof “easy appetizer” that’s irresistible!

You’ll find these soft and cheesy, bacon bombs are simply scrumptious, certainly no one can eat just one.

So, let’s whip up a batch of these delightful buns and turn ordinary moments into extraordinary bites.

Your taste buds are in for a treat!

Do Bacon and Cheese Bombs Need to Be Refrigerated?

The question of whether bacon and cheese bombs or buns need to be refrigerated is common.

While the ingredients like bacon and cheese delight your taste buds, the answer hinges on a couple of factors.

If these tasty bombs are to be consumed shortly after baking, there’s no need for immediate refrigeration – the flavors are best enjoyed hot and fresh.

However, if you find yourself with leftovers, it’s wise to refrigerate them within two hours of baking to maintain their flavor and prevent any unwanted bacterial growth.

So, the golden rule here is to eat when warm and enjoy the cheesy goodness and refrigerate after two hours.

Can I Freeze Bacon and Cheese Buns

Bacon cheese buns can easily be frozen in an airtight container.

You’ll want to make sure to remove as much air as possible to avoid freezer burn.

I prefer to store any leftovers in a ziplock bag and squeeze out as much air as possible.

You can reheat them in the oven at 350° for about 10 minutes, just until they’re warm and the cheese melts.

Or for a quick snack, pop in the microwave for about 15-30 seconds.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe?

• Easy – making these bacon cheese bombs are a breeze. Just combine the bacon and cheese and place in the center of the roll dough, form into a ball, add toppings and bake!
• Delicious warm or cold – of course they’re best when the cheese is warm and gooey, but they’re just as delicious at room temperature, or chilled. In fact, they are so good, we bet you can’t eat just one. They’re the perfect easy appetizer for game day or any party!
• Inexpensive – when feeding a crowd, you always want to be mindful of your budget. This simple and tasty recipe makes a large batch of gooey bacon cheese bombs and is so affordable.

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More Easy Appetizer Recipes

During the holidays we are always looking for quick and easy appetizer recipes that will leave your guest wanting more.

Here are a few of our favorites that are frequently requested:

• Beef and Green Pepper Stuffed Mushrooms
• Savory Meatball Appetizer in a Cranberry Sauce

Ingredients

This recipe uses basic ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

To make this recipe super easy, we used Rhodes frozen roll dough.

Any frozen bread dough will work and even biscuit dough, although the texture will be different.

If you’re feeling ambitious you can even make your own bread dough.

For the filling we used crumbled bacon and cream cheese.

If you don’t have crumbled bacon, you can fry up your own and crumble it yourself.

But when I’m preparing for a party I want to make it as easy as possible.

What takes this bacon cheese bomb over the top is our special garlic and cheese topping.

For the topping you’ll need butter, mayonnaise, garlic powder, parsley and fresh grated parmesan cheese.

Prepare the Bacon and Cheese Filling

First soften your cream cheese and place in a bowl, add crumbled bacon and stir until well combined.

How to Make the Bacon Cheese Bombs

Let’s get started making the most enticing bacon cheese bombs.

First if you’re using frozen roll dough you’ll need to defrost it according to the instructions on the package.

I like to place my frozen dough on a greased baking sheet, spray the frozen dough with cooking spray, cover with plastic wrap and let it thaw on the counter.

It usually takes about two hours, depending on how warm my kitchen is.

You can also do the speed method, by preheating your oven to 200°.

Then turn off the oven and place a bowl of hot water on the bottom oven rack and then place the baking sheet with frozen roll dough on the top rack in your oven.

The rolls will thaw in about an 30-45 minutes and raise slightly.

Once your dough is thawed, cut each roll in half with kitchen shears.

Shape the 1/2 of roll into a ball.

Make an indentation in the center of the rolled dough with your thumb.

Then place about 1/2 teaspoon of the bacon cheese filling in the center of the bun.

Pinch the dough closed so that the filling is completely encased in the roll dough.

Roll into a ball shape and place on a greased or parchment covered baking pan.

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Buttery Garlic and Cheese Topping

While you can bake and serve the bacon cheese bombs without the buttery garlic topping, the topping is what really takes these bacon cheese buns to a new level.

For the topping melt the butter in the microwave for about 30-40 seconds, stir in the real mayonnaise, garlic powder and parsley

Do not use Miracle Whip in place of the mayonnaise, it will be too sweet.

For this topping use real mayonnaise.

The parsley can be dried or freshly chopped, however I think fresh herbs add more flavor.

Brush the topping onto the rolled bacon cheese bombs and then top generously with fresh grated parmesan cheese.

Bake

Preheat your oven to 375° and bake for 12-15 minutes, until lightly golden brown.

Cool slightly before serving.

They are definitely best served hot so you can enjoy the gooey cheese.

Other Holiday Favorites

• Easy Baked French Toast Casserole with Berries and Cream Cheese
• Homemade Eggnog without Eggs
• Grandma’s Best Cherry Cheesecake Recipe
• Grandma’s Heavenly Nuggot Cookie Recipe
• Christmas Peppermint Chex Mix
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Cheesy Bacon Bombs

Michelle Dickson

These Cheese Bacon Buns are the perfect cheesy snack, easy appetizer or side dish! Made from frozen roll dough, cream cheese and bacon, then topped with garlic herb butter and parmesan cheese. They're so tasty, they'll be the highlight of your party buffet.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

thaw time 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 36 people

Ingredients

  

Bacon Cheese Buns

• 1 48 oz. pkg. frozen roll dough 36 ct. thawed
• 1 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese block softened
• 1 c. crumbled bacon precooked, bacon crumbles will save time

Topping

• 1/2 c. salted butter
• 1/2 c. real mayonnaise
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tbsp. parsley flakes or 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 c. parmesan cheese, fresh grated

Instructions

 

Bacon and Cheese Filling

• In a bowl combine softened cream cheese and bacon, stir until well combined.

Form Bacon Cheese Bombs

• Using kitchen shears, cut thawed roll dough in half.

  Form into a ball, then press an indentation in the center and fill with about 1/2 tsp of the cream cheese and bacon filling.

  Pinch the dough closed and covering the filling completely.

  Roll into a ball and place on a greased pan or parchment paper.

Bacon Cheese Bomb Garlic Topping

• Melt butter in the microwave for 30-40 seconds, then stir in the mayonnaise, garlic powder and parsley.

  Brush the buttery topping on the tops of the filled bacon cheese rolls and then sprinkle with the parmesan cheese.

  For even more cheesy goodness, double the parmesan cheese.

Bake Bacon Cheese Buns

• Bake bacon cheese buns in an oven, preheated to 375° for 12-15 minutes, until lightly golden brown.

  Cool slightly before serving.

  Best served warm to enjoy the gooey cheesy bacon buns.

Notes

The bacon cheese bombs can be made without the garlic topping, but that’s what takes this recipe over the top!

The buttery garlic sauce with the parmesan cheese and parsley add another layer of irresistible flavor.

For holidays or special occasions, the rolled bacon cheese buns can be formed into a wreath, tree etc.

We placed our rolled bacon buns on a parchment covered pizza stone and arranged them in a circle, placing a foil coved bowl in the center to keep it open.

Then once baked we were able to lift the bacon bombs onto our serving platter and garnish with fresh rosemary.

Keyword bacon and cheese buns, bacon bombs, cheesy, quick and easy, roll

In conclusion, these Bacon Cheese Bombs are not just a treat for the taste buds; they’re a testament to the joy of uncomplicated yet scrumptious cooking.

Whether you’re preparing them for a crowd on game day or indulging in a cozy evening at home, the ease of this recipe and the incredible combination of flavors will leave you longing for more.

So, go ahead, share these delectable bites with your loved ones, and relish the satisfaction of creating something truly delightful in your own kitchen.

With every golden, cheesy bite, these Bacon Cheese Bombs become more than a recipe – they’re a culinary experience worth savoring.

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