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Giant Cheese-Stuffed Garlic Butter Pizza Dough Bomb Recipe

ByRafael Mansero January 12, 2026January 12, 2026

Introduction

Giant Cheese-Stuffed Garlic Butter Pizza Dough Bombs are a fun and delicious twist on classic garlic bread. Filled with gooey mozzarella and parmesan, these dough bombs are perfect for sharing or serving as an appetizer. They combine the irresistible flavors of garlic butter and melted cheese in every bite.

A round, golden-brown baked bread with a crispy crust on top, sprinkled with small bits of garlic and chopped green herbs, sits on parchment paper over a wooden board. The bread has a large opening at the front, where gooey, melted white cheese is flowing out in thick, stretchy strands, creating a creamy pool at the base. The crust looks shiny and slightly oily, hinting at a butter or oil glaze. In the background, there is a white bowl with yellow sauce and some garlic cloves on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon instant yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup warm water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
Step 2: Gradually add the warm water and olive oil while mixing until a dough forms.
Step 3: Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Step 4: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
Step 5: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 6: Once the dough has risen, divide it into 8 equal pieces and flatten each piece into a small circle.
Step 7: Place a mixture of mozzarella and parmesan cheese in the center of each piece, then fold the dough over and seal securely to enclose the cheese.
Step 8: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, and Italian seasoning. Brush this garlic butter mixture over the tops of the dough bombs.
Step 9: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the dough bombs are golden brown and cooked through.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, try adding cooked and crumbled bacon or pepperoni inside the cheese filling before sealing.
Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier texture and a more authentic taste.
Brush with extra garlic butter right after baking for a shinier, more flavorful crust.

Storage

Store leftover dough bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes to regain crispiness and melt the cheese.

How to Serve

A round golden-brown baked bread dome with a shiny, slightly crispy crust, sprinkled with small pieces of garlic and green herbs on top. The bread is cut open in the front, revealing gooey, melted white cheese stretching out in soft, thick strings, oozing onto a sheet of parchment paper beneath it. The surface underneath the parchment paper is a dark wooden board. In the blurred background, there are white bowls filled with yellow butter or sauce, white garlic cloves, and a clear bottle of olive oil on a white marbled textured surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen pizza dough to make these cheese-stuffed bombs?

Yes, frozen pizza dough works well. Just thaw it completely before dividing and filling the dough bombs.

What cheese combinations work best inside the dough bombs?

Mozzarella and parmesan create a classic, melty, and flavorful filling, but you can also experiment with cheddar, provolone, or a blend of your favorite cheeses.