Description
Quick Christmas Cranberry Meatballs are bursting with festive flavors, making them a perfect addition to any holiday gathering. Easy to prepare and delicious, they will be a hit with your guests!
Ingredients
- Ground Beef
- Cranberry Sauce
- Breadcrumbs
- Egg
- Onion
- Garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
- Dried herbs (like thyme or parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures your meatballs cook evenly and quickly.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and any dried herbs you’re using. Use your hands to mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
- Form the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. This size cooks quickly and evenly.
- Arrange on a Baking Sheet: Place the meatballs on a lined or greased baking sheet, ensuring they have some space between them for even cooking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and browned.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, heat the cranberry sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through. You can add a splash of orange juice or a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.
- Combine: Once the meatballs are cooked, carefully transfer them to the saucepan with the warmed cranberry sauce. Stir gently to coat the meatballs evenly.
- Serve: Serve the Quick Christmas Cranberry Meatballs warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. They make a fantastic appetizer or a festive main dish!
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg