Savory Cocktail Meatballs
Indulge in these savory cocktail meatballs that are perfect for any gathering. With their tender texture and a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, these meatballs are guaranteed to be the star of the show. Easy to prepare, they’re ideal for spontaneous celebrations or cozy weeknight dinners. Whether served with toothpicks for snacking or tossed in extra sauce, these flavorful bites will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (smoky variety recommended)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes if using. Pour this mixture into the meatball blend and fold gently.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Optional: Toss cooked meatballs in additional barbecue sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (90g)
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg