Description
Delicious meatballs filled with cheddar cheese and wrapped in crispy bacon, perfect for a crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
- 12 strips bacon
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Barbecue sauce (optional, for glazing)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form the Meatballs: Take a small portion of the beef mixture and flatten it in your palm. Place a cheese cube in the center and wrap the meat around it to form a ball. Repeat this process until all the meat mixture is used.
- Wrap with Bacon: Take a strip of bacon and wrap it around each meatball. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Bake the Meatballs: Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and the meatballs are cooked through.
- Glaze with Barbecue Sauce (Optional): During the last 5 minutes of baking, brush the meatballs with barbecue sauce for an extra layer of flavor.
Notes
- If you prefer spicier meatballs, add a dash of cayenne pepper to the beef mixture.
- For an even crispier bacon finish, broil the meatballs for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- Serve with a side of dipping sauce, such as ranch or extra barbecue sauce, for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball