Filled Bombs

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Description:

Filled Bombs are round, handheld treats made of soft bread, dough, or pastry stuffed with a surprise inside — whether it’s melting cheese, gooey chocolate, creamy custard, or spiced meats. Baked or fried, sweet or savory, they’re perfect as party snacks, breakfast bites, or dessert explosions!

Origin:

Popular across many cultures in different forms — think Italian arancini, American cheese bombs, or Middle Eastern ma’amoul — “filled bombs” are a modern fusion concept based on the joy of biting into a warm pocket and discovering a molten or rich center.

Sweet Filling Ideas:

  • Nutella
  • Chocolate chunks
  • Caramel or dulce de leche
  • Cream cheese + jam
  • Custard or pastry cream
  • Apple pie filling
  • Marshmallows (great with chocolate)

Savory Filling Ideas:

  • Mozzarella + tomato sauce (Pizza bombs)
  • Cheddar + bacon
  • Spinach + feta
  • Sausage + egg
  • Garlic butter + herbs
  • Buffalo chicken + cream cheese

Ingredients (Basic Dough for ~12 bombs):

  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup warm milk
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • ½ tsp salt

Or use store-bought biscuit dough or pizza dough for quick prep.

Instructions:

  1. Make dough:
    Dissolve yeast in warm milk with sugar. Let foam (5–10 mins). Mix in egg, flour, salt, and butter. Knead until smooth. Let rise 1 hour.
  2. Shape & fill:
    Divide dough into balls. Flatten, add a spoonful of filling in the center, and pinch closed tightly.
  3. Bake or fry:
    • Bake: 350°F (175°C) for 15–18 mins until golden.
    • Fry: 350°F (175°C) oil until golden on all sides (about 2–3 mins). Drain on paper towels.
  4. Finish:
    • Brush with butter and cinnamon sugar for sweet bombs.
    • Brush with garlic butter or sprinkle with herbs for savory bombs.

Tips for Success:

  • Don’t overfill — seal well to avoid leaks.
  • Use parchment if baking (helps avoid sticking).
  • Best served warm for gooey centers.
  • Make ahead and reheat in oven or air fryer!

Nutrition (Per bomb, varies by filling):

  • Sweet (e.g. Nutella): ~190–250 calories
  • Savory (e.g. cheese + bacon): ~220–280 calories
  • Protein: 5–8g
  • Carbs: 20–28g
  • Fat: 8–15g

Recommendation:

Serve sweet bombs with coffee, hot cocoa, or ice cream. Serve savory bombs with dipping sauces like marinara, ranch, or garlic aioli.

Would you like:

  • A specific flavor bomb recipe (e.g. “Apple Pie Bombs” or “Pizza Bombs”)?
  • A no-yeast 10-minute version?
  • Or air fryer instructions?

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