Keto Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs
Discover the ultimate low-carb comfort food with these Keto Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs! Juicy, seasoned ground beef is elevated with a mix of almond flour, Parmesan, and aromatic spices, forming the perfect shell to encase gooey, melty mozzarella centers. Sear the meatballs in olive oil to achieve a golden crust, then bake them nestled in a rich, keto-friendly marinara sauce until perfectly tender. This quick and easy recipe takes just 45 minutes from start to finish and delivers a satisfying meal that’s bursting with Italian-inspired flavors while remaining entirely keto-friendly. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve them piping hot for a dinner everyone will rave about. Whether you’re following a ketogenic diet or simply craving a hearty, cheese-stuffed dish, these meatballs are a must-try!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 unit Egg, large
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 ounces Mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Marinara sauce, keto-friendly
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Step 3
Take about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture and flatten it into your palm. Place one cube of mozzarella cheese in the center and gently shape the meat around the cheese, forming a ball. Repeat the process with the remaining meat and cheese.
Step 4
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs to the skillet and brown them on all sides, about 5 minutes in total.
Step 5
Once browned, pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs.
Step 6
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and the cheese is melted.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the meatballs cool slightly before serving.
Step 8
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (968.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2183.4 |
| Total Fat 175.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 616.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3373.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.5g | |
| Protein 129.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 40IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1061.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1937.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories