Wrapped Meatballs

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Wrapped Meatballs, a flavorful fusion of juicy, seasoned beef and golden, flaky puff pastry. This recipe combines classic Italian-inspired meatballs—made with ground beef, Parmesan, garlic, and aromatic herbs—with the buttery crispiness of puff pastry for a dish that's as impressive as it is indulgent. Perfectly portioned and oven-baked to perfection, these bite-sized delights are ideal for a crowd-pleasing party snack, game-day treat, or even a fun dinner. With a prep time of just 25 minutes and endless dipping opportunities—from marinara to aioli—these Wrapped Meatballs are the ultimate finger food for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 60 grams breadcrumbs
• 30 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
• 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 3

Use your hands or a small ice cream scoop to form the mixture into 16 uniform meatballs. Set aside.

Step 4

Lightly dust your work surface with flour and roll out the puff pastry sheets if needed to smooth and slightly thin them.

Step 5

Cut each puff pastry sheet into 8 equal squares, creating 16 squares in total.

Step 6

Place one meatball in the center of each pastry square. Wrap the pastry around the meatball, pinching the edges together to seal. Roll the wrapped meatball gently in your hands to smooth the seam, ensuring it is fully enclosed.

Step 7

Arrange the wrapped meatballs, seam-side down, on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg to create a golden, shiny finish.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed, and the meatballs are cooked through.

Step 9

Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Wrapped Meatballs with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara or aioli.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(818.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2227.1

Total Fat 149.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 767.4mg	0%
Sodium 4788.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g	0%
Total Sugars 6.3g
Protein 126.0g	0%

Vitamin D 94.8IU	0%
Calcium 521.9mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 1477.8mg	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: 58.8%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 19.2%