Cheeseburger Stuffed Onion Bombs
Serves: 4–6 | Keto / Low-Carb friendly
Ingredients
- 2 large yellow or sweet onions
- 900 g / 2 lb ground beef (80/20 works best)
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or American/Colby Jack)
- 8–10 slices bacon
- 1½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper (optional)
- Optional (non-strict): garlic powder, smoked paprika, mustard powder
Prep the Onions
- Cut off the ends and peel onions
- Slice each onion in half crosswise
- Carefully separate layers
- Use 2–3 thick outer layers per bomb
- Save inner onion for another recipe
Make the Filling
In a bowl, combine:
- Ground beef
- Salt (and pepper/spices if using)
Form into balls slightly smaller than a tennis ball.
Press a cube or handful of cheese into the center of each and seal.
Assemble the Onion Bombs
- Wrap stuffed beef ball with onion layers
- Wrap tightly with 1–2 slices of bacon
- Secure with toothpicks if needed
Cooking Methods
Grill (Best Flavor)
- Preheat to 190–205°C / 375–400°F
- Indirect heat
- Cook 45–60 minutes, turning occasionally
- Finish over direct heat for crispy bacon
Oven
- Preheat to 190°C / 375°F
- Place bombs on a rack over a tray
- Bake 45–55 minutes
- Broil 3–5 minutes for extra bacon crisp
Doneness
- Internal temp: 71°C / 160°F
- Cheese should be melted, beef juicy
Q & A
Q: What onions work best?
A: Sweet onions (Vidalia) or yellow onions—soften nicely and get slightly caramelized.
Q: Can I prep these ahead?
A: Yes! Assemble up to 24 hours ahead, keep covered in the fridge.
Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Freeze uncooked bombs up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before cooking.
Q: How do I stop cheese from leaking?
A:
- Fully seal cheese inside meat
- Don’t overcook
- Use thicker cheese chunks instead of shreds
Q: Can I make them carnivore?
A: Yep—just skip the onion and wrap cheese-stuffed beef in bacon only (still ).
Q: Best dipping sauces?
A:
- Melted butter
- Bacon grease
- Cheese sauce
(Strict carnivore: skip plant-based sauces)
Pro Tips
- Thicker onion layers = sturdier bombs
- Use parchment or foil for easy cleanup
- Rest 5 minutes before biting (molten cheese alert )
