Baked Swedish Meatballs

Elevate your comfort food game with these irresistible Baked Swedish Meatballs, a savory blend of seasoned ground beef and pork that's gently baked to golden perfection. Infused with warm spices like allspice and nutmeg, and paired with a rich, creamy gravy made from scratch, this dish is the epitome of hearty Swedish-inspired cuisine. Baking the meatballs keeps them tender and juicy while also making this recipe an easier, hands-off alternative to traditional pan-frying. Perfectly suited for a cozy family dinner, these flavorful meatballs are best served over fluffy mashed potatoes or buttery egg noodles and garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of color. With just 20 minutes of prep and classic ingredients, this baked Swedish meatballs recipe is an effortless way to bring homemade comfort to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Whole milk
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 medium Yellow onion, finely grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Allspice
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk, allowing the breadcrumbs to soak for about 5 minutes.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, grated onion, minced garlic, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.

Step 4

Using your hands or a small scoop, shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.

Step 6

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the gravy. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.

Step 7

Slowly whisk in the beef broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the heavy cream and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Step 9

Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to the skillet with the gravy, allowing them to simmer for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm, ideally with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1637 grams (1637.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2907

Total Fat 216.30g	277%
Saturated Fat 97.20g	486%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 971mg	324%
Sodium 5836mg	254%
Total Carbohydrate 75.50g	27%
Dietary Fiber 5.20g	19%
Total Sugars 11.50g
Protein 152.70g	305%

Vitamin D 87IU	437%
Calcium 363mg	28%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 1805mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.1%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 10.6%