Scrumptious Quick Cranberry Meatballs
Quick and easy cranberry meatballs that blend the savory taste of meat with the sweet and tangy flavor of cranberry sauce, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 20-24 meatballs 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 can (15 oz) cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form small balls, about 1 inch in diameter (20-24 meatballs).
- Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
- While baking, mix cranberry sauce, barbecue sauce, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer.
- Toss the baked meatballs in the sauce to coat evenly, letting them simmer for 5-10 minutes.
Notes
For a crispy skin, broil the meatballs for the last few minutes of baking. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
