Bacon Cheddar Onion Bombs (Printable Version)

# What You’ll Need:

01 - 4 large yellow onions
02 - 1 lb ground beef
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
05 - 1 egg
06 - 1 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1 tsp onion powder
08 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 12 slices turkey bacon
11 - 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
12 - Toothpicks or skewers

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Peel and slice onions in half, then separate into large outer layers. You’ll need 8 pairs of similar-sized halves to form the bombs.
02 - In a bowl, combine ground beef, shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
03 - Form meatballs from the mixture, about the size of a golf ball. Place one meatball between two matching onion halves and press together to form a ball.
04 - Wrap each onion bomb with 2 to 3 slices of turkey bacon, securing with toothpicks if needed.
05 - Brush with BBQ sauce generously on all sides.
06 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Place onion bombs on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until bacon is crispy and beef is fully cooked.
07 - Broil for the last 3–5 minutes for extra crispiness if desired.
08 - Let cool slightly before serving. Remove toothpicks and enjoy.