Gluten-Free Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these irresistible Gluten-Free Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs! Perfectly seasoned ground beef and pork are combined with gluten-free bread crumbs, Parmesan, and fragrant herbs, then gently wrapped around cubes of gooey mozzarella cheese for a melt-in-your-mouth surprise. Sear these flavorful bites to golden perfection before baking and finishing them in a rich marinara sauce for maximum taste and texture. This easy recipe is ready in under an hour, making it ideal for a hearty weeknight dinner or entertaining guests. Serve these savory, cheese-filled meatballs over gluten-free pasta or with a side of crusty gluten-free bread to soak up every last drop of sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Gluten-free bread crumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 piece Large egg
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 ounces Mozzarella cheese, cubed
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cups Marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork.

Step 3

Add the gluten-free bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, milk, minced garlic, onion powder, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture and mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.

Step 4

Take a small amount of the meat mixture, about 2 tablespoons, and flatten it in the palm of your hand.

Step 5

Place a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center and wrap the meat around the cheese, rolling it into a ball. Ensure the cheese is completely covered to prevent leaking during cooking.

Step 6

Repeat the process with the remaining meat mixture and cheese cubes.

Step 7

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 8

Add the meatballs in batches and sear them until all sides are browned, about 5 minutes per batch. You don’t need to cook them through at this stage.

Step 9

Transfer the browned meatballs to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

Once all meatballs are browned and on the baking sheet, bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until fully cooked through.

Step 11

While the meatballs are baking, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over low heat.

Step 12

Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and carefully add them to the marinara sauce, allowing them to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 13

Serve the cheese-stuffed meatballs hot, accompanied by your favorite side or over gluten-free pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1569.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3073.5

Total Fat 205.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 805.8mg	0%
Sodium 5348.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.0g
Protein 187.9g	0%

Vitamin D 67.8IU	0%
Calcium 1167.3mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 1523.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.4%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 15.1%