Tangy Savory Cranberry Meatballs Recipe

Looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that packs a punch of flavor? These tangy savory cranberry meatballs are your answer! Perfect for parties or holiday gatherings, they blend the sweetness of cranberries with savory spices for a delightful treat that’s hard to resist.

Imagine juicy meatballs coated in a rich cranberry sauce that has just the right balance of sweetness and tartness. This recipe is not only simple but also a guaranteed hit with family and friends. Whether served at a festive gathering or a casual get-together, these meatballs will disappear from the platter in no time!

Delicious Cranberry-Glazed Meatballs

These savory cranberry meatballs are made with ground beef and seasonings, simmered in a luscious cranberry sauce. The result is tender, flavorful meatballs that are sweet, savory, and absolutely delightful.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cranberry sauce (canned or homemade)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon mustard
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley, egg, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Form Meatballs: Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are browned and cooked through.
5. Prepare Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, combine cranberry sauce, soy sauce, mustard, and brown sugar (if using) in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sauce is warmed through.
6. Coat Meatballs: Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and add them to the saucepan with the cranberry sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
7. Serve: Transfer the meatballs to a serving platter and enjoy them warm!

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes

• Servings: 4-6
• Calories: 250kcal
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 12g

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