Cherry Bombs for Christmas!

🌟 Making Them Again! Nebraska-Style Runzas Recipe! 🌟

Are you ready to bake something that’s sure to win hearts (again!)? 💕 These Nebraska-Style Runzas are packed with savory goodness – a warm, pillowy dough stuffed with seasoned ground beef, cabbage, and onions! 🥩🥬✨ It’s a Midwest classic that’s hard to resist!

Here’s the full recipe to make them just as delicious as the first time (or better 😉)!

Why You’ll Love Cherry Bombs for Christmas

These treats are:
🎉 Festive: Perfectly aligned with the holiday spirit, thanks to the peppermint crunch and bright red cherries!
💨 Quick & Easy: Takes just minutes to assemble but looks like you spent hours in the kitchen.
🤩 Customizable: Swap toppings, chocolates, or flavors to suit your personal taste.
🍒 Crowd-Pleasing: A mix of textures and flavors that everyone will love!

Creative Serving Ideas

🧁 Mini Dessert Board: Arrange Cherry Bombs with other holiday treats like cookies, fudge, and candy canes for a stunning dessert spread.
🍸 Cocktail Garnish: Use these as a fun and festive garnish for holiday cocktails or mocktails – they’re an instant conversation starter!
🍷 Wine Pairing: Pair these with a glass of dessert wine or champagne for a sophisticated holiday treat.
🎁 Edible Gifts: Pack them in decorative boxes or jars, add a festive ribbon, and you’ve got a thoughtful homemade gift!

Fun Facts About Cherry Bombs

• The name “Cherry Bombs” comes from their pop of flavor and resemblance to firecrackers, symbolizing bursts of holiday joy. 🎇
• White chocolate and peppermint are classic holiday pairings because their cool, creamy taste complements each other perfectly. ❄️
• Maraschino cherries are preserved in syrup, giving them a sweet, nostalgic flavor that brings back childhood memories. 🍬

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour 🥖
• 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast 🌟
• 1 cup warm milk 🥛
• ¼ cup sugar 🍬
• 1 large egg 🥚
• 1 tsp salt 🧂
• ¼ cup butter, melted 🧈

For the Filling:

• 1 lb ground beef 🍖
• 2 cups finely shredded cabbage 🥬
• 1 small onion, diced 🧅
• 1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
• 1 tsp black pepper 🌶️
• Salt to taste 🧂
• 1 tbsp olive oil 🛢️

Instructions:

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