Cocktail Meatballs
These cocktail meatballs are tender, juicy, and coated in a sweet-and-tangy chili sauce that makes them irresistible. A crowd-pleasing appetizer for parties, holidays, or anytime!
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 pound ground beef , 80% lean
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Sauce
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray. Place a cooling rack on top of the foil.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 1 pound ground beef, 1 egg, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1/2 teapsoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- Form meatballs: Use a small cookie scoop to scoop the meat mixture. Place on the cooling rack that is on the baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 15 minutes, or until no longer pink in the middle.
- Warm sauce: In a large saucepan, add 1 cup chili sauce and 1/3 cup brown sugar. Cook on medium, until warm.
- Add meatballs: Move meatballs into the saucepan and stir well to coat.
Notes
How to fry meatballs: Fry meatballs in a pan with 2 Tablespoons oil over medium-high heat for 7-10 minutes, or until cooked through.
Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 198kcal, Carbohydrates: 24g, Protein: 11g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.3g, Cholesterol: 51mg, Sodium: 477mg, Potassium: 189mg, Fiber: 0.3g, Sugar: 22g, Vitamin A: 27IU, Vitamin C: 0.2mg, Calcium: 23mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
