Description
Get ready to wow your guests with these irresistible Cheesy Bacon Meatball Bites! Packed with flavorful ground beef, crispy bacon, and melty mozzarella cheese, these bite-sized delights are the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering. Whether you’re hosting a game day celebration, a holiday soirée, or just looking for a crowd-pleasing snack, these cheesy meatball bites are sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
1 large egg
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
6 slices of crispy bacon, crumbled
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and crumbled bacon. Mix until fully incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
3. Shape the Meatballs: Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
4. Add the Cheese: Press a pinch of shredded mozzarella cheese into the center of each meatball, sealing it inside.
5. Bake to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, until cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
For a leaner option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
Feel free to customize the cheese filling with your favorite types.
For gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed pork rinds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg