Ingredients
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (like Pillsbury Grands)
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Marinara sauce (for dipping)
These simple ingredients make a flavor-packed snack that’s perfect for any occasion. The combination of mozzarella and Parmesan is a classic, but adding garlic powder and Italian seasoning takes it to the next level, making these bites a crowd favorite.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to keep the bites from sticking and make cleanup easy.
Getting the temperature right is important to make sure your bites turn out golden brown on the outside and soft and gooey on the inside.
Step 2: Prepare the Biscuits
- Cut the Biscuit Dough: Separate the biscuit dough and cut each biscuit in half to make smaller pieces. This will give you 16 pieces of dough to work with.
By cutting the biscuit dough in half, you make sure each bite is the perfect size for snacking. Plus, it makes the cheese-to-dough ratio just right, so every bite is balanced.
Step 3: Add the Cheese
- Wrap the Mozzarella: Take one piece of biscuit dough and flatten it a little in your hand. Place a mozzarella cube in the center of the dough.
- Seal the Cheese Inside: Wrap the dough around the mozzarella, pinching the edges to seal it completely. Then, roll it into a ball. Repeat with the rest of the dough and cheese cubes.
Make sure the dough is sealed tightly around the mozzarella so the cheese doesn’t ooze out during baking. This step is important to keep all the melty cheese inside!
Step 4: Prepare the Topping
- Mix the Butter and Parmesan: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning. This mixture adds lots of flavor to each bite.
The buttery Parmesan coating is what makes these bites so special. The garlic powder and Italian seasoning give just the right amount of extra flavor.
Step 5: Coat the Bites
- Dip Each Ball: Dip each cheese-stuffed dough ball into the butter mixture, making sure it’s well coated. Place the balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. This helps keep the cheese sealed inside as it bakes.
Coating each bite in the butter and Parmesan mix makes them crispy and flavorful. Don’t skip the coating — it’s what makes these bites so tasty!
Step 6: Bake
- Bake the Bites: Put the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown and the cheese inside is melted and gooey.
Keep an eye on the bites while they bake. You want them to be golden brown, with the cheese perfectly melted inside. The baking time may vary a bit depending on your oven, so check them at the 12-minute mark.
Step 7: Serve
- Serve Warm: Serve these bites warm with marinara sauce for dipping. The warm, cheesy filling and the tangy marinara sauce make the perfect combo!
Serving these bites warm is important — there’s nothing better than that first bite when the cheese is hot and melty. The marinara sauce adds a tangy contrast that goes great with the rich, cheesy flavor.