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Sticky Cranberry Meatballs for the Easiest Party Appetizer

Sticky Cranberry Meatballs for the Easiest Party Appetizer that Wow Guests!


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  • Author: TASTYRCP
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Sticky Cranberry Meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that will impress your guests at any party.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, milk, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  4. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
  6. In a saucepan, combine cranberry sauce and barbecue sauce over medium heat. Stir until heated through.
  7. Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and stir to coat.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture.
  • These meatballs can be made ahead of time and frozen for later use.
  • Serve with toothpicks for easy eating at parties.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg