Description
Savor these tender cocktail meatballs glazed in a sweet and tangy sauce, perfect for any gathering or cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-style)
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup grape jelly
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well using your hands.
- Roll the mixture into small balls about one inch in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the meatballs bake, combine barbecue sauce and grape jelly in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until melted and bubbly.
- Once baked, toss meatballs in the sauce until fully coated. Serve warm on a platter with toothpicks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (90g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken. Add spices like cumin or fresh herbs like parsley for an extra flavor boost. These meatballs can also be cooked in a slow cooker with sauce to keep them warm during gatherings.