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Cheesy Meatball Bombs

A plate of Cheesy Meatball Bombs topped with melted mozzarella and parsley, with one cut open to reveal the juicy meatball filling.
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Cheesy Meatball Bombs are quick, savory bites made with meatballs, marinara sauce, mozzarella, and garlic butter-brushed pizza dough, baked in muffin tins for crispy, golden perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 12 meatballs, cooked and thawed if using frozen
  • 13.8 ounces refrigerated pizza dough
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3/4 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup low moisture mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • Parmesan cheese, for garnish
  • Parsley, minced, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and coat a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or shortening.
  2. Roll out pizza dough and cut into 12 equal squares. Press each square into the muffin cups to form a base.
  3. Par-bake the dough cups for 6–7 minutes.
  4. While baking, mix melted butter with garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
  5. Brush the par-baked dough cups with the seasoned butter mixture.
  6. Add one cooked meatball to each cup, top with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake for another 5–6 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown.
  8. Remove from oven, garnish with Parmesan and parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Biscuit dough can be used instead of pizza dough for a fluffier texture.
  • For added flavor, try cheese-stuffed or spicy sausage meatballs.
  • Assemble in advance and bake just before serving for best texture.
  • Reheat in oven or toaster oven to maintain crispness.

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