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Quick Cranberry Meatballs (Christmas Recipe)

Quick Cranberry Meatballs

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  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

If you’re searching for a show-stopping appetizer that combines ease with festive flavor, look no further than these Quick Cranberry Meatballs. Perfectly seasoned lean ground beef is rolled into bite-sized meatballs and baked to perfection. They’re then generously coated in a tangy cranberry sauce that adds a delightful sweetness to each mouthful. This dish is not only ideal for holiday gatherings but also works wonderfully for family dinners and casual get-togethers year-round. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a total cooking time of less than an hour, these meatballs are as convenient as they are delicious. Once you make them, they’ll surely become a favorite in your household!


Ingredients

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  • 1 small onion (grated or finely diced)
  • 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (like panko)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups cranberry sauce (homemade or packaged)
  • 1 cup tomato ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the grated onion, ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, ketchup, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into small balls about 1 inch in diameter and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake for about 20 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. While the meatballs bake, combine cranberry sauce, tomato ketchup, brown sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through.
  6. Toss the baked meatballs in the warm sauce before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs (about 140g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg