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Sizzling Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball

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These Sizzling Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs are packed with flavor and easy to prepare, perfect for dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based alternative
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if necessary
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Substitute with pecorino for a sharper twist
  • 1 medium Onion Use shallots for a milder flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Opt for sugar-free for a healthier alternative
  • 1/4 cup Bourbon Can be omitted or replaced with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for a vegan option
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper Freshly cracked
For the Flavor Boosters
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese Can substitute with mozzarella
  • 1 cup Bacon Crumbled, can use turkey bacon or plant-based
  • 1/4 cup Parsley For garnish, can use chives instead

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

How to Make Sizzling Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for optimal cooking results.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, diced onion, minced garlic, BBQ sauce, bourbon, egg, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until just combined.
  3. Gently fold in the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
  4. Using slightly wet hands, grab portions of the mixture and form them into 1.5-inch meatballs.
  5. Arrange the meatballs on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
  6. In the last few minutes of baking, brush the meatballs with additional BBQ sauce.
  7. Once baked, let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before garnishing with parsley and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 3meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover meatballs in an airtight container for up to 3 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

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