
These quick and easy cheese bombs are a must-try for cheese lovers craving Italian flavors.
With gooey mozzarella cheese wrapped in fluffy, garlic-infused biscuit dough, these bite-sized treats are simply irresistible.
Best of all, they’re super simple to make!
Serve them with marinara sauce for dipping, and watch your friends and family reach for more.
Ingredients
- Buttermilk Refrigerated Biscuit Dough: These flaky, buttery rolls are the foundation of our cheesy creation. Use Grands! for the best taste and texture.
- Mozzarella String Cheese: The stretchy, melty heart of our cheese bombs. You can, of course, use any melty cheese you like, but I love how easy this makes the recipe.
- Butter: Melted it to golden perfection and infused it with garlic and herbs, it’s like a flavorful bath for our dough balls.
- Garlic: Minced garlic adds savory depth to the buttery coating.
- Fresh Parsley: Chopped and vibrant, bringing freshness and color to the party.
- Salt: A pinch of this essential seasoning elevates all the flavors, making each bite sing.
- Dried Italian Seasoning: This aromatic blend transports your taste buds to the sun-kissed hills of Italy.
- Parmesan Cheese (optional): A sprinkling of umami goodness to really make them pop!
How to Make Cheese Bombs
- PREP:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- MELT:
- Warm the butter, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, and salt over low heat. Set aside to cool.
- SHAPE:
- Cut each biscuit in half and press or roll to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut the string cheese and add to the biscuit dough. Wrap the dough around the cheese and pinch to seal.
- BAKE:
- Brush the tops with garlic butter and sprinkle with Parmesan, if using. Then bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- SERVE:
- Brush with more garlic butter and serve warm with marinara sauce.

Tips For the Best Cheese Bombs
With just a few simple ingredients and a quick trip to the oven, you’ll have a batch of these delectable treats ready to devour.
And whether you serve them as an appetizer for game night or an after-school snack, nobody will stop at just one.
Check out these tips, then get baking!
- Choose the best dough. Pillsbury Grands! Buttermilk Biscuits work best for this recipe due to their flaky layers and buttery flavor. But if you have a favorite, feel free to use that.
- How to seal: Pinch the edges of the dough tightly to seal the cheese inside. If needed, use a small amount of water to make it stick. Place the bombs seam-side down on the baking sheet to prevent leakage.
- A good baking tip. Use a light-colored baking sheet to keep the bottoms from burning. Bake until the tops are golden brown.
- Variations. Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar, pepper jack, or Swiss. Or add tasty extras like jalapeño slices, bacon bits, or pepperoni slices.
- Dipping sauces. Serve with warm marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or extra garlic butter.

How to Store
These babies are my new go-to for any occasion that calls for a tasty, cheesy treat!
Unfortunately, they don’t seem to last very long in my house…
If you happen to have leftovers, here’s what to do:
- To Store: Place cooled cheese bombs in an airtight container lined with paper towels. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- To Freeze: Arrange cooled cheese bombs on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- To Reheat: Warm cheese bombs in a preheated 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes. Or microwave them for 15-20 seconds, but note that the texture may become slightly chewy.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What type of cheese is best for cheese bombs?
Mozzarella string cheese works great for its meltability and stretch, but you can also experiment with cheddar, pepper jack, or Swiss.
- → Can I prepare the cheese bombs ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble them and refrigerate before baking, or freeze them for up to 2 months for later use.
- → How do I seal the dough to prevent cheese leakage?
Pinch the dough edges tightly to seal, and use a small amount of water if needed to help it stick.
- → What sauces pair well with these cheese bombs?
Warm marinara sauce is classic, but ranch dressing or extra garlic butter also complement the flavors nicely.
- → What baking tips ensure golden, perfectly cooked cheese bombs?
Use a light-colored baking sheet to avoid burning the bottoms and bake until the tops are golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.