Gingersnap Meatballs

Elevate your dinner table with these irresistible Gingersnap Meatballs, a savory-sweet fusion that’s guaranteed to delight your taste buds. This unique recipe combines tender ground beef and pork with the unexpected warmth of finely crushed gingersnap cookies and a hint of allspice, creating meatballs that are both flavorful and aromatic. Baked to golden perfection, they’re then simmered in a creamy, velvety beef broth sauce that thickens to a luscious glaze. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special gatherings, these meatballs can be served over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a satisfying meal. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is a quick and flavorful twist on classic comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 1 cup gingersnap cookies, finely crushed
• 1 medium onion, finely grated
• 1 large egg
• 0.25 cup milk
• 0.5 teaspoon allspice
• 0.75 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1.5 cups beef broth
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, finely crushed gingersnap cookies, grated onion, egg, milk, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the meatballs are browned and cooked through.

Step 5

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the beef broth and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Gradually add the slurry to the simmering sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 8

Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to the skillet with the sauce. Gently toss to coat the meatballs evenly in the sauce. Let them simmer together for 3-5 minutes so the flavors meld.

Step 9

Serve the gingersnap meatballs hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired. They pair wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1567 grams (1567.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2897

Total Fat 205.00g	263%
Saturated Fat 87.20g	436%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.40g
Cholesterol 883mg	294%
Sodium 4204mg	183%
Total Carbohydrate 102.60g	37%
Dietary Fiber 4.50g	16%
Total Sugars 47.80g
Protein 152.80g	306%

Vitamin D 83IU	414%
Calcium 308mg	24%
Iron 14mg	75%
Potassium 1839mg	39%

*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: 64.4%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 14.3%