Description
Grape Jelly Meatballs deliver a delightful sweet and savory flavor, making them a perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer for any gathering or cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup grape jelly
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, salt, and pepper. Mix well using your hands until fully combined.
- Form the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Prepare the Sauce: While baking, mix grape jelly and barbecue sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth.
- Glaze the Meatballs: Remove baked meatballs from the oven and drizzle with warm sauce. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve: Transfer to plates and serve immediately as an appetizer or over rice as a main dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (135g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing different fruit jellies or adding spices like garlic powder. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.