Description
Get ready to take your taste buds on a mouthwatering journey with these Smoky BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs! Combining the irresistible flavors of smoked paprika, tangy Worcestershire sauce, and melty cheddar cheese, this recipe is a true comfort food masterpiece. Whether you’re serving them as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or the centerpiece of a hearty meal, these juicy, bacon-studded meatballs are sure to leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoon honey
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked and crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
3. Gently shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they’re evenly spaced.
4. Bake the meatballs for 18-20 minutes, or until they’re cooked through and lightly golden in color.
5. While the meatballs are baking, heat the BBQ sauce and honey together in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture is well combined.
6. Once the meatballs are out of the oven, brush them generously with the prepared BBQ glaze.
7. Serve the Smoky BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs hot and enjoy the irresistible flavors!
Notes
These meatballs pair beautifully with a variety of side dishes. Consider serving them on slider buns with crisp lettuce and juicy tomatoes for a fun and portable meal. Alternatively, you could serve them over a bed of fresh greens or creamy mashed potatoes for a heartier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg