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Sizzling Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball

Sizzling Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseballs You’ll Love

Sizzling Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball delivers juicy flavor with smoky bourbon and crispy bacon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 2 lbs Ground Beef Use a blend with some fat for juiciness.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko recommended for extra crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can substitute for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow onions or shallots work well.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced is best.
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce Use your favorite brand.
  • 1/4 cup Bourbon Smoky barbecue sauce can provide a non-alcoholic option.
  • 1 large Egg Flax egg can be used for a vegan option.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Can use sharp cheddar or dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Bacon Turkey bacon can be used or omitted.
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Basil or chives are good substitutes.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, BBQ sauce, bourbon, and an egg. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Fold in crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese into the meat mixture until evenly distributed.
  4. Form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and arrange them on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
  6. Brush the meatballs with BBQ sauce in the last few minutes of cooking for a glaze.
  7. Let meatballs rest for a few minutes, then garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs are versatile and can be served as appetizers or main dishes. Customize your BBQ sauce for added flavor.

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