Cocktail Meatballs
Cocktail meatballs are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer, perfect for any gathering. These tender morsels are packed with flavor and coated in a delightful sweet and tangy sauce that will have everyone coming back for more. Easy to make and irresistible, they’re a must-have for game days, holiday parties, or casual get-togethers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 meatballs (serves about 6) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- ½ cup grape jelly
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls about 1 inch in diameter and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, combine BBQ sauce and grape jelly in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth.
- Toss baked meatballs in the warm sauce to coat. Serve hot or keep warm in a slow cooker.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg