Cheeseburger Meatballs Ever
Cheeseburger Meatballs Ever are the ultimate comfort food, combining the beloved flavors of a cheeseburger with the ease of meatballs. These tender, juicy bites are filled with melted cheese and seasoned perfectly, making them a hit for game days, family gatherings, or cozy nights in. Drizzle them with smoky barbecue sauce for that extra touch of flavor, and watch your guests devour every last one!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings (24 meatballs) 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, and ketchup until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into meatballs about 2 tablespoons each and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- If desired, drizzle BBQ sauce over the meatballs during the last five minutes of baking.
- Serve with toothpicks or on mini slider buns topped with extra cheese and pickles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (90g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg