Description
Get ready to wow your taste buds with these incredible Bourbon Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs! These mouthwatering morsels are the ultimate fusion of savory, sweet, and smoky flavors – perfect for satisfying any burger craving or elevating your next gathering. Packed with juicy ground beef, crispy bacon, and a touch of bourbon, these meatballs are sure to become a new family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound bacon
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, crumbled bacon, breadcrumbs, egg, BBQ sauce, bourbon, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Use your hands or a spatula to mix the ingredients until they’re well incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
- Shape the meatballs: Scoop the mixture and gently roll it into 1- to 1.5-inch meatballs, placing them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake to perfection: Pop the meatballs in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until they’re cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
- Finish with a brush of BBQ sauce: Once the meatballs are out of the oven, brush them with additional BBQ sauce for an extra layer of flavor (optional).
- Serve and enjoy: These Bourbon Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs are best served hot, either as an appetizer with toothpicks or as a main dish over mashed potatoes or in sub rolls for a hearty sandwich.
Notes
To ensure your Bourbon Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs turn out tender and flavorful every time, keep these tips in mind:
– Avoid Overmixing: Be gentle when mixing the ingredients to prevent the meatballs from becoming dense and tough.
– Maintain the Right Texture: The combination of breadcrumbs, egg, and cheese helps bind the meatballs without making them too dense. Adjust the ratios as needed to achieve your desired texture.
– Store and Reheat with Care: Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, simply place them in a warm oven or on the stovetop until heated through.
– Experiment with Flavors: Feel free to try different cheeses, seasonings, or even a splash of Worcestershire sauce to customize the flavor profile to your liking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg