Description
Savory Meatloaf Meatballs are a delightful twist on a classic dish, combining the comforting flavors of traditional meatloaf with the fun, bite-sized shape of meatballs. These hearty bites are perfect for family dinners, parties, or a cozy weeknight meal. With their rich flavor and juicy texture, they’ll quickly become a favorite at your table. Easy to prepare and customizable to suit your taste, these meatballs can be served in various ways—over pasta, in subs, or as appetizers. Enjoy a wholesome meal that brings everyone together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 sleeve finely crushed saltine crackers
- 2 room temperature eggs
- 1 medium yellow onion, minced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, minced
- Generous shakes of garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Dash of black pepper
- 1/2 cup canned crushed tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, crushed saltines, onion, bell pepper, garlic powder, ketchup, brown sugar, black pepper, and crushed tomatoes. Add eggs last and mix until just combined.
- Roll mixture into balls about two tablespoons each and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for approximately 50 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 130mg