Description
These Awesome Sauce Party Meatballs are perfect for unforgettable gatherings, combining juicy baked beef meatballs with a deliciously tangy and sweet barbecue and grape jelly sauce. Easy to prepare and crowd-pleasing, they make a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Sauce
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup grape jelly
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for evenly baking the meatballs.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs of your preferred size, ensuring they are uniform for even cooking.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the formed meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to make cleanup easier.
- Bake Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the meatballs are fully cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
- Prepare Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, combine barbecue sauce and grape jelly in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the jelly melts completely and the sauce is smooth and well blended.
- Coat Meatballs: Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to the saucepan with the sauce and toss gently to coat them evenly with the luscious sauce.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs warm for a tasty appetizer or party snack that your guests will love.
Notes
- For a sweeter sauce, increase the grape jelly to 3/4 cup.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Breadcrumbs help bind the meatballs; for gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Meatballs can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- If desired, garnish with extra chopped parsley before serving.
