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A close-up shot of a white bowl filled with glistening, saucy BBQ meatballs.

Easy BBQ Meatballs


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  • Author: recipesguides.net
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Yield: About 40-50 meatballs 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Simple and delicious BBQ meatballs, perfect for appetizers, parties, or a quick dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (18 ounce) bottle BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup grape jelly
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, milk, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  4. Arrange the meatballs in a single layer in a baking dish.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, grape jelly, and Worcestershire sauce.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For slow cooker preparation, place meatballs in a slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture over them. Cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 1.5-2 hours.
  • These meatballs can be made ahead and reheated.
  • Serve with toothpicks for easy appetizer serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 5 meatballs
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg