Ham Balls in Sauce

Transform your dinner table with these irresistibly savory and sweet Ham Balls in Sauce, a hearty comfort food classic that’s perfect for family gatherings and potlucks. This unique recipe combines ground ham, ground pork, and graham cracker crumbs for an unexpected twist, creating tender, flavor-packed meatballs with a hint of sweetness. Smothered in a tangy glaze of brown sugar, white vinegar, and mustard, these ham balls bake to perfection, becoming caramelized with every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and an hour of baking, this dish serves up to eight and pairs beautifully with sides like creamy mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or reinvent dinner, this easy yet decadent recipe will quickly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground ham
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup white vinegar
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground ham, ground pork, and graham cracker crumbs.

Step 3

Add the milk and egg to the meat mixture. Mix gently but thoroughly until well combined.

Step 4

Shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls, and place them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Leave a small amount of space between each ball.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, white vinegar, water, and yellow mustard. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer.

Step 6

Pour the sauce evenly over the ham balls in the baking dish, ensuring each ball is coated.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and continue to bake for an additional 30 minutes, basting the ham balls with the sauce occasionally.

Step 9

Once the ham balls are cooked through and glazed, remove them from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1780.4 grams (1780.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3575

Total Fat 159.10g	204%
Saturated Fat 55.60g	278%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.90g
Cholesterol 876mg	292%
Sodium 7209mg	313%
Total Carbohydrate 301.60g	110%
Dietary Fiber 5.10g	18%
Total Sugars 202.50g
Protein 217.70g	435%

Vitamin D 155IU	777%
Calcium 728mg	56%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 2140mg	46%

*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: 40.8%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 34.4%