Mom's Christmas Swedish Meatballs

Bring the spirit of the holidays to your table with Mom's Christmas Swedish Meatballs—a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for festive gatherings. These tender meatballs combine ground beef and pork with warm hints of allspice and nutmeg, creating a classic Swedish flavor. Cooked to perfection and smothered in a rich, creamy sauce with a touch of Dijon mustard and Worcestershire, this dish is as luxurious as it is satisfying. Serve over buttery mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or with a dollop of tangy lingonberry jam for an authentic Scandinavian touch. Quick to prepare in under an hour, this cherished family recipe is ideal for holiday celebrations or cozy winter dinners alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon allspice
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, finely chopped onion, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the meatballs tender.

Step 2

Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the meatballs in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides but not fully cooked through. Transfer the browned meatballs to a plate and repeat with the remaining batches.

Step 4

Once all meatballs are browned, reduce the heat to medium-low and melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet. Whisk in the flour, cooking it for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden and bubbling, creating a roux.

Step 5

Slowly whisk in the beef broth, deglazing the pan as you stir. Continue to whisk until smooth and slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken further.

Step 7

Return the meatballs to the skillet, coating them in the sauce. Cover and simmer on low heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the meatballs are completely cooked through (165°F internal temperature).

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or with lingonberry jam on the side for a traditional Swedish touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1717.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3139.1

Total Fat 234.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 1003.4mg	0%
Sodium 6252.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 15.5g
Protein 165.9g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 411.4mg	0%
Iron 17.3mg	0%
Potassium 1881.1mg	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: 66.8%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 12.1%