1 September, 2023
Bacon Cheeseburger Balls
Posted in : Appetizers, Beef on by : MikeZ
Bacon-Wrapped Cheeseburger Balls
Air fryer bacon-wrapped cheese-filed balls are a great appetizer for any occasion. Difficulty: Easy
Servings 12 medium balls
Calories 980kcal
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Medium Mixing Bowl
INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb. Ground Beef
- 1 lb. Bacon
- 1 Egg
- ¼ cup Bread Crumbs
- 1 tsp. Kosher Salt
- ½ tsp. Black Pepper
- 4 oz. Cheddar Cheese - cubed
- 2 tsp. Sesame Seeds - Optional for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the air fryer to 400° F.
- Combine ground beef, salt, pepper, egg, and breadcrumbs in a mixing bowl. Thoroughly mix.
- Cut cheese into ½” cubes.
- Roll the ground beef mixture between your palms and form into a ball. Push a cheese cube into each and close meat over cube.
- Wrap each ball with bacon, tucking in the ends. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
- Place the balls in the air fryer in a single layer, not touching each other.
- Cook for 12 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Garnish finished balls with sesame seeds.
- Serve with your favorite barbeque or dipping sauce.
Notes
Make these balls in any size you like, from bite-sized finger food to full meatballs.
Calories reflect 1 oz. balls with a 1/2″ cheese cube and a whole thin slice of bacon.
They’re great with French Fries or Onion Rings.
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