Grape Jelly Meatballs
Grape Jelly Meatballs are a deliciously unique appetizer that combines sweet grape jelly and savory meatballs, creating a flavor explosion that’s perfect for any gathering. Tender and juicy, these meatballs are coated in a sticky, glossy sauce that will leave your guests craving more. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for both casual family dinners and festive occasions, this dish is guaranteed to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 oz jar grape jelly
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll mixture into tablespoon-sized meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until browned.
- While meatballs bake, combine grape jelly and barbecue sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth.
- Once cooked, toss meatballs in the sauce until well coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For leaner meatballs, substitute ground turkey or chicken. Add crushed red pepper flakes for heat or swap grape jelly with apricot preserves for a twist.