I still remember the first time I made these for my kids—it was on a rainy Sunday afternoon when we all craved something warm, comforting, and a little indulgent. I opened the fridge, spotted a tube of refrigerated biscuits and a block of mozzarella, and thought, “Let’s make something fun.” Within 20 minutes, the kitchen smelled of garlic butter, the cheese was gooey, and my kids were sneaking bites before the tray even cooled.

These Cheesy Garlic Butter Bombs are magic in the simplest form: fluffy biscuits stuffed with melty mozzarella, brushed in garlicky butter, and baked until golden. They’re proof that comfort food doesn’t need to be complicated.
What Are Cheesy Garlic Butter Bombs?
They’re little stuffed bread bites made with refrigerated biscuits, mozzarella cheese, and a garlic-butter glaze. Think of them as the love child of garlic bread and cheese pizza—gooey inside, golden outside, and totally irresistible.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & easy – only 6 ingredients and 20 minutes!
- Kid-friendly – fun to make and even more fun to eat.
- Perfect for parties – serve as appetizers, snacks, or game-day bites.
- Versatile – use your favorite cheeses or add herbs.
- Crowd-pleasing – these disappear off the plate fast!
Tips for the Best Garlic Butter Bombs
- Seal the dough tightly so the cheese doesn’t escape.
- Bake long enough for cheese to fully melt inside.
- Use shredded cheese if you want extra gooey centers.
- Brush generously with garlic butter right after baking.
- Serve with warm marinara or pizza sauce for dipping.

Ingredients
- 1 (16oz) can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese (cubed or shredded)
- 4 tbsp melted butter (½ stick)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Pinch of salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat Oven – Heat to 400°F. Line baking sheet with parchment.
- Prepare Biscuits – Flatten each biscuit with your palm.
- Add Cheese – Place a cube of mozzarella in the center of each.
- Seal Dough – Wrap dough around cheese and pinch tightly to seal.
- Bake – Place seam-side down on baking sheet. Bake 10–12 minutes until golden brown.
- Make Garlic Butter – Stir melted butter with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt.
- Brush & Serve – Brush hot biscuits with garlic butter. Serve plain or with marinara sauce.
You Must Know
- Shredded mozzarella melts quickest and gives the gooey pull.
- These are best eaten warm, straight from the oven.
- You can swap mozzarella for cheddar, Gruyère, or provolone.

FAQs
What kind of cheese goes on cheesy garlic bread?
Mozzarella, cheddar, provolone, and Parmesan all work beautifully.
How to make garlic butter Gordon Ramsay?
Blend softened butter with minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, and sea salt.
Is it better to use garlic powder or garlic salt?
Garlic powder is better—it gives flavor without adding excess salt.
What cheeses go well with garlic?
Mozzarella, Gruyère, Parmesan, provolone, and cheddar.
Storing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2 days.
- Freezer: Freeze unbaked bombs, then bake straight from frozen.
- Reheat: Warm in oven at 325°F for 5–7 minutes.
Tools You’ll Need
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Small mixing bowl
- Pastry brush
- Knife & cutting board

Conclusion
Cheesy Garlic Butter Bombs are one of those recipes that make life feel a little more fun. They’re quick, simple, and guaranteed to disappear faster than you expect. I love pulling a tray out of the oven and watching the cheese stretch as my kids take that first bite—it’s pure joy.
These little bombs are perfect for game nights, holiday spreads, or just when you’re craving something warm and comforting. With just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes, you get golden bread bites with gooey centers and buttery garlic flavor.
Make them once, and I promise they’ll become your new go-to snack—because nothing beats warm bread filled with cheese and brushed with garlic butter.
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Cheesy Garlic Butter Bombs: The Snack That Disappears Fast
- Total Time: 22
- Yield: 8 bombs 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Cheesy Garlic Butter Bombs are fluffy biscuit bites stuffed with gooey mozzarella cheese and brushed with garlic butter. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 (16oz) can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed or shredded
- 4 tbsp melted butter (1/2 stick)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Flatten each biscuit with your palm.
- Place a cube of mozzarella in the center and wrap dough around it, pinching tightly to seal.
- Place seam-side down on the baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir melted butter with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt.
- Brush garlic butter over hot biscuits and serve immediately with marinara sauce, if desired.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 2 days. Reheat in oven at 325°F for 5–7 minutes. Freeze unbaked bombs and bake from frozen when needed.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: cheesy garlic butter bombs, biscuit cheese bombs, easy garlic bread bites, mozzarella stuffed biscuits
