Sweet Meatball Appetizer
Transform your party spread with these irresistible Sweet Meatball Appetizers, a crowd-pleasing blend of savory and sweet flavors that's perfect for any occasion! Juicy ground beef meatballs are seasoned with garlic, breadcrumbs, and a touch of black pepper, then baked or pan-seared to perfection. The magic lies in the indulgent sauce—a luscious mix of tangy barbecue sauce and fruity grape jelly that glazes each bite in a sticky, sweet symphony of flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, these bite-sized delights are easy to make and serve beautifully with toothpicks for effortless snacking. Ideal for game days, holiday gatherings, or casual get-togethers, these meatballs deliver big flavor with minimal fuss.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.75 cup Grape jelly
- 0.75 cup Barbecue sauce
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking the meatballs, or set a large skillet over medium heat if cooking on the stovetop.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well using your hands or a spatula until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Step 3
Roll the mixture into small, golf-ball-sized meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should get approximately 24 meatballs.
Step 4
If baking, place the meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. If cooking on the stovetop, heat the vegetable oil in the skillet and brown the meatballs on all sides, cooking for about 8-10 minutes until fully cooked through.
Step 5
While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the grape jelly and barbecue sauce. Stir until smooth and heated through, about 5 minutes.
Step 6
Add the cooked meatballs to the saucepan with the sauce. Gently toss to coat the meatballs evenly in the sweet sauce.
Step 7
Allow the meatballs to simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Step 8
Transfer the sweet meatballs to a serving dish and garnish with fresh herbs, if desired. Serve warm with toothpicks for easy handling.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1005.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2382.7 |
| Total Fat 95.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g | |
| Cholesterol 540.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5439.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 293.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 163.1g | |
| Protein 93.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 250.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1843.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories