Ready to explode with flavor? These Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Onion Bombs are the ultimate BBQ treat or oven-roasted comfort food! Packed with seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and wrapped in smoky bacon—these little flavor grenades are sure to blow your taste buds away!
Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Onion Bombs
Ingredients:
- 2 large sweet onions
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground pork/turkey)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (plus extra for glazing)
- 8-10 slices of bacon
- Toothpicks or kitchen twine
Instructions:
- Prep the Onions:
Peel the onions and slice them in half top-to-bottom. Carefully separate the layers to create “onion shells” for stuffing. - Make the Filling:
In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add BBQ sauce and mix well. - Stuff the Onion Bombs:
Take two similar-sized onion halves and stuff them with the meat mixture. Press them together to form a “bomb.” - Wrap with Bacon:
Wrap each bomb with 2–3 slices of bacon. Use toothpicks to secure everything in place. - Cook Time!
- Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Bake on a wire rack over a baking sheet for 40–45 minutes or until bacon is crispy and internal temp hits 160°F.
- Grill: Use indirect heat and cook for 40–50 minutes, brushing with BBQ sauce in the final 10 minutes.
- Final Glaze:
Brush on extra BBQ sauce and broil for 2–3 minutes if desired for a caramelized finish.
Tips for Maximum Flavor:
- Use smoked bacon for an extra punch.
- Swap in mozzarella or pepper jack for a cheese twist.
- Add jalapeños inside for a spicy kick!
Perfect for Sharing!
These bacon-wrapped bombs are:
- Perfect for BBQ parties
- Keto-friendly (if you skip the breadcrumbs)
- Mouthwateringly photogenic (great for Pinterest & Instagram!)
Don’t forget to snap a pic before diving in!
Final Thoughts
If you’re craving a show-stopping, crowd-pleasing recipe that’s both easy and insanely delicious, Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Onion Bombs are your new go-to. Whether baked in the oven or grilled to smoky perfection, they deliver in both taste and wow factor.
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