Quick Cranberry Meatballs
If you’re searching for an easy yet delicious appetizer to impress your guests this holiday season, Quick Cranberry Meatballs are the perfect choice! These tender meatballs are coated in a sweet and tangy cranberry sauce, making them a delightful addition to any festive gathering. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in just 35 minutes. Ideal for both special occasions and cozy family dinners, these meatballs will quickly become a staple in your recipe collection. Enjoy them as a standalone appetizer or serve alongside rice and veggies for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small onion (grated or finely diced)
- 1 ½ pounds very lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (like panko)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups cranberry sauce
- 1 cup tomato ketchup
- 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix grated onion, ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, tomato ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs about two tablespoons each and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs for 15-20 minutes until cooked through and browned.
- Meanwhile, combine cranberry sauce, tomato ketchup, brown sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat; simmer until warmed through.
- Toss baked meatballs in the warm sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 130mg