Barbecue Meatballs

Juicy, smoky, and irresistibly saucy, these Barbecue Meatballs are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion! Made with a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, these tender meatballs are seasoned to perfection with garlic and onion powder, then baked until golden brown. The homemade barbecue sauce, a tangy-sweet combo of ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of smoked paprika, takes these meatballs to the next level. Perfect as a party appetizer or served over fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes for a hearty main dish, this recipe is ready in just under an hour and packed with bold barbecue flavor. Easy to make and utterly satisfying, these meatballs are guaranteed to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 0.5 lb ground pork
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 3

Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cooked through and slightly browned.

Step 5

While the meatballs bake, prepare the barbecue sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and smoked paprika. Stir until smooth and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Remove the baked meatballs from the oven and transfer them to a large skillet. Pour the barbecue sauce over the meatballs and toss gently to coat each one thoroughly.

Step 7

Cook the meatballs and sauce over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the sauce to thicken and cling to the meatballs.

Step 8

Serve the barbecue meatballs warm as an appetizer or over rice or mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1211.9 grams (1211.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2662

Total Fat 167.80g	215%
Saturated Fat 57.40g	287%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 730mg	243%
Sodium 3815mg	166%
Total Carbohydrate 146.20g	53%
Dietary Fiber 3.60g	13%
Total Sugars 86.20g
Protein 151.90g	304%

Vitamin D 81IU	403%
Calcium 304mg	23%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 1563mg	33%

*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: 55.9%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 21.6%