Description
Cranberry meatballs are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any gathering. These tender, juicy meatballs are enveloped in a luscious cranberry sauce, making them an irresistible choice for both appetizers and main courses. With their vibrant color and mouthwatering aroma, these meatballs are sure to impress your guests. Plus, they’re easy to prepare with just a few key ingredients, ensuring you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup cranberry juice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, and half of the cranberry sauce until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
- While baking, combine the remaining cranberry sauce, cranberry juice, and soy sauce in a saucepan over medium heat; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Drizzle the glaze over baked meatballs, toss to coat evenly, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg