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