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Air Fryer Taco Bombs

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Air Fryer Taco Bombs are crispy, cheesy, hand-held snacks filled with taco-spiced beef and melty cheese, all wrapped in golden biscuit dough. They’re quick, easy, and perfect for parties, game day, or a fun family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz ground beef (85% lean preferred)
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup finely diced onion (yellow or red)
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp salsa (chunky, medium preferred)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 tbsp minced jalapeño (optional)
  • 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 pieces, about 12 oz)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
  • Sour cream (for serving)
  • Salsa or taco sauce (for serving)
  • Guacamole (for serving)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro or green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 3-4 minutes, breaking it up, until mostly browned.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté for another 2 minutes until soft and beef is fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and salsa. Cook for 1-2 minutes to blend flavors. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
  4. Add softened cream cheese and shredded cheese to the cooled meat mixture. Stir until creamy and combined. Add minced jalapeño if using.
  5. Open the can of biscuit dough and separate into 8 pieces. Flatten each biscuit into a 4-inch round (about 1/4 inch thick).
  6. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of filling into the center of each biscuit round. Pull edges up and over the filling, pinching to seal tightly. Place seam-side down and shape into a ball.
  7. Beat the egg in a small bowl. Brush each bomb lightly with egg wash. Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds if desired.
  8. Preheat air fryer to 350°F for 3 minutes. Arrange bombs in a single layer in the basket (work in batches if needed). Air fry for 7-9 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and garnish with cilantro or green onions.

Notes

Don’t overfill the bombs to prevent bursting. Seal seams tightly for best results. For gluten-free or dairy-free, use appropriate biscuit dough and cheese substitutes. You can prep bombs ahead and refrigerate before air frying. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen and reheated in the air fryer.

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