Description
These Awesome Sauce Party Meatballs are a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for any gathering. Juicy baked meatballs enhanced with a savory blend of Parmesan, parsley, and spices are tossed in a sweet and tangy barbecue and grape jelly sauce, making them irresistibly delicious and easy to serve.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatball Mixture
- 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 correct temperature for baking the meatballs evenly.
- Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into evenly sized meatballs to ensure uniform cooking.
- Arrange Meatballs: Place the formed meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Bake Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
- Prepare Sauce: While the meatballs bake, combine barbecue sauce and grape jelly in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the jelly melts and the sauce is smooth and well combined.
- Toss Meatballs in Sauce: Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to the saucepan or a large bowl and toss gently to coat each meatball evenly with the sauce.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs warm for a tasty appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Ensure meatballs are uniform in size for even cooking.
- The grape jelly adds sweetness which balances the tangy barbecue sauce perfectly.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the meat mixture.
