Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce
Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce are a delightful twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, transforming savory corned beef, gooey Swiss cheese, and tangy sauerkraut into irresistible bite-sized snacks. These crispy morsels are perfect for game day or any gathering, providing an explosion of flavor that will impress your guests. Paired with a zesty dipping sauce, they are quick to prepare and utterly addictive—making them the star of your next event.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground corned beef
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup well-drained sauerkraut
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1–2 tsp hot sauce (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground corned beef, shredded Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, breadcrumbs, and eggs; mix until well incorporated.
- Form the mixture into small balls about an inch in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
- While baking, mix ketchup, mayonnaise, and hot sauce in a small bowl until smooth.
- Serve warm alongside the spicy dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg