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easy cranberry meatballs

Easy Cranberry Meatballs: 5 Sweet and Savory Secrets


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple recipe for easy cranberry meatballs that are perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 can (14 ounces) cranberry sauce
  • 1/4 cup chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, milk, egg, salt, and pepper.
  3. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  4. Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine cranberry sauce and chili sauce.
  6. Pour the sauce over the meatballs.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Make sure not to overmix the meat mixture to keep meatballs tender.
  • You can add herbs like parsley for extra flavor.
  • For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: easy cranberry meatballs, meatball recipe, cranberry sauce