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Quick Christmas Cranberry Meatballs


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  • Author: jasmine
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Delightful appetizer with a sweet and savory cranberry glaze, perfect for holiday gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and form into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. In another bowl, mix together the cranberry sauce, BBQ sauce, and soy sauce. Pour over the meatballs.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center.

Notes

Serve warm with toothpicks for easy grabbing. Can be paired with fresh parsley and various dipping sauces.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 490mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg