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Baked BBQ Meatballs

Baked BBQ Meatballs Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a large bowl and let sit for 5 minutes. Add the beef, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment. Form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs (about 20) and place them on the sheet. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until browned and cooked through (160°F internal).
  4. Remove the pan, turn the broiler to high, and brush the meatballs generously with the glaze. Broil 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely, until the glaze is bubbly and sticky. Serve immediately.

Notes

If you like extra glaze for serving, double the sauce ingredients and set half aside before brushing the meatballs. The meatball mixture can be shaped and refrigerated up to 24 hours ahead; increase the bake time by 2 to 3 minutes if baking straight from the fridge.