Description
Quick Cranberry Meatballs are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory, perfect for any gathering or weeknight dinner. These tender meatballs, coated in a luscious cranberry sauce with a hint of spice, create a mouthwatering experience that will leave everyone asking for more. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, they are sure to become a favorite at your family table or party spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup jellied cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup chili sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 2 tbsp each).
- Arrange meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While meatballs bake, heat cranberry sauce and chili sauce in a saucepan until bubbly.
- Toss cooked meatballs in the sauce and simmer together for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg