If you’ve loved my viral sourdough cheese stuffed biscuit bombs, you’re going to love this savory twist on them. These ham and cheddar sourdough biscuit bombs have the same buttery, flaky biscuit exterior you already know and love, but they’re stuffed with salty ham, melty sharp cheddar, and a little fresh chive for extra flavor. They’re easy to make, incredibly satisfying, and perfect for breakfast, lunchboxes, brunch, or an easy grab-and-go snack.
If you love this variation of this recipe make sure to check out my Jalapeño Cheddar Bacon Sourdough Biscuit Bombs (easy discard recipe!)
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy to make: No yeast or long rise times—just mix, fill, and bake.
- Perfect for sourdough discard: A delicious way to use up extra discard without any waste.
- Flaky and cheesy: Buttery biscuits with melty sharp cheddar in every bite.
- Great for meal prep: They reheat beautifully for quick breakfasts, lunches, or snacks.
What is a biscuit bomb?
I first started seeing people take canned biscuit dough, you know, the Pillsbury kind and stuff it with cheese, bake it up golden, and call them “biscuit bombs.” And I thought… why not make a sourdough version?
This discard dough is so soft, buttery, and flaky, it makes the perfect base for holding melty cheese, savory meats, fresh herbs, you name it. Honestly, now my brain’s swirling with sweet ideas too. Jam? Chocolate? Cinnamon sugar? The possibilities are endless once you’ve got this dreamy dough.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I long ferment the dough?
Yes! After mixing the dough, cover it tightly and place it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. This adds a little extra depth of flavor and makes prep even easier.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Definitely. You can prepare the dough (or even stuff the biscuit bombs) ahead of time and store them covered in the fridge until you’re ready to bake.
What kind of cheddar works best?
Sharp cheddar is my favorite for maximum flavor, but mild or medium cheddar work great too. Just be sure to use a block of cheese and cut it into cubes for the best melt.
Can I use active sourdough starter instead of discard?
Yes! Active starter works just fine in this recipe. The texture will be very similar, with a slightly milder sourdough flavor.
Can I swap or add fillings?
Absolutely. Try pepper jack, mozzarella, or even a little cream cheese.
How to make ham & cheddar sourdough biscuit bombs: step-by-step
Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 8 grams (2 teaspoons) baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 75 grams cold unsalted butter, grated
- 21 grams honey
- 200 grams sourdough discard (cold)
- 80 grams cold buttermilk (or heavy cream)
Filling
- 145 grams sharp cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
- 120 grams diced cooked ham, finely chopped and patted dry
- 20 grams fresh chives, finely chopped (optional but adds great flavor)
Topping
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2–3 tablespoons shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Food scale
- Cheese grater
- 1 9×9-inch baking pan (8×8 inch works too)
- Parchment paper
Instructions
*Place the butter in the freezer for 15-20 minutes
- In a large bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Grate the frozen butter into the mixture and use a fork or a dough scraper to cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Next add the diced ham and chives (if using) and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl whisk together the honey, sourdough discard, and buttermilk or heavy cream.
- Add the wet mixture to the dry and mix until a shaggy dough is formed. Dough should be soft, but not sticky.
Need more time? Ham & cheddar sourdough biscuit bomb dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
How to shape ham & cheddar sourdough biscuit bombs
- Before shaping the biscuit bombs ensure your cheese has been cut into 1 inch cubes and line your baking pan with parchment paper or spray a little non-stick oil in it.
- Lightly flour your work surface and weigh the dough and cut it into 12 equal pieces using a food scale for accuracy.
- Take each piece of dough, flatten it out a bit, and a few cubes of cheese (around 12 grams) to the center. Pinch the dough around the filling and gently roll into a ball.
- Place each sourdough biscuit bomb into the baking pan, cover the pan and refrigerate the dough for 30-60 minutes.
Why do we refrigerate the dough? Refrigerating the dough allows the butter to harden creating beautiful flaky layers once baked.
Brush & Bake the biscuit bombs
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F once ready to bake the sourdough biscuit bombs.
- Brush each biscuit bomb with the melted garlic butter and top with some shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until desired golden brown. Rotate the pan halfway through for even browning.
Pro tip: To ensure your biscuit bombs are baked through, aim for an internal temperature of 200–205°F (93–96°C) in the center.
- Optional finishing touch: brush with more melted butter & chives. They pair wonderfully with honey mustard, cream cheese or marinara sauce!
- Ham and cheddar sourdough biscuit bombs are best served warm but can be reheated in a toaster oven or air fryer. Keep them in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the fridge.
More sourdough biscuit bomb recipes
- Sourdough Cheese-Stuffed Biscuit Bombs (discard recipe)
- Everything Bagel Cheddar Sourdough Biscuit Bombs (easy discard recipe!)
Ham & Cheddar Sourdough Biscuit Bombs
These Ham & Cheddar Sourdough Biscuit Bombs are buttery, flaky, and stuffed with melty sharp cheddar and savory ham. An easy sourdough discard recipe perfect for breakfast, lunchboxes, or snacks.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Food scale
- Cheese grater
- 9x9 inch baking pan
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 8 grams (2 teaspoons) baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 75 grams cold unsalted butter (grated)
- 21 grams honey
- 200 grams sourdough discard (cold)
- 80 grams cold buttermilk (or heavy cream)
Filling
- 145 grams sharp cheddar cheese (cut into small cubes)
- 120 grams diced cooked ham (finely chopped and patted dry )
- 20 grams fresh chives (finely chopped, optional but adds great flavor)
Topping
- 28 grams unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2-3 tablespoons sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions
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*Place the butter in the freezer for 15-20 minutes
In a large bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Grate the frozen butter into the mixture and use a fork or a dough scraper to cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
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Next add the diced ham and chives (if using) and mix until combined.
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In a separate bowl whisk together the honey, sourdough discard, and buttermilk or heavy cream.
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Add the wet mixture to the dry and mix until a shaggy dough is formed. Dough should be soft, but not sticky.
Need more time? Ham & cheddar sourdough biscuit bomb dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
How to shape ham & cheddar sourdough biscuit bombs
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Before shaping the biscuit bombs ensure your cheese has been cut into 1 inch cubes and line your baking pan with parchment paper or spray a little non-stick oil in it.
-
Lightly flour your work surface and weigh the dough and cut it into 12 equal pieces using a food scale for accuracy.
-
Take each piece of dough, flatten it out a bit, and a few cubes of cheese (around 12 grams) to the center. Pinch the dough around the filling and gently roll into a ball.
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Place each sourdough biscuit bomb into the baking pan, cover the pan and refrigerate the dough for 30-60 minutes.
Why do we refrigerate the dough? Refrigerating the dough allows the butter to harden creating beautiful flaky layers once baked.
Brush & Bake the biscuit bombs
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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F once ready to bake the sourdough biscuit bombs.
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Brush each biscuit bomb with the melted garlic butter and top with some shredded cheddar cheese.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes or until desired golden brown. Rotate the pan halfway through for even browning.
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Pro tip: To ensure your biscuit bombs are baked through, aim for an internal temperature of 200–205°F (93–96°C) in the center.
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Optional finishing touch: brush with more melted butter & chives. They pair wonderfully with honey mustard, cream cheese or marinara sauce!
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Ham and cheddar sourdough biscuit bombs are best served warm but can be reheated in a toaster oven or air fryer. Keep them in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the fridge.
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