Description

Brace yourselves, food enthusiasts, because we’re about to embark on a flavor-packed adventure with the Sizzling Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs! These mouthwatering morsels are the ultimate fusion of comfort food and culinary innovation, guaranteed to ignite your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef (lean)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or gluten-free)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup BBQ sauce, plus extra for glazing
2 tablespoon bourbon
1 large egg
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to a sizzling 400°F to ensure your meatballs bake to perfection.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, BBQ sauce, bourbon, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until the ingredients are just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough meatballs.
Gently fold the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese into the meat mixture, creating pockets of flavor and texture.
Wet your hands slightly to prevent the mixture from sticking, then shape the meatballs into 1.5-inch rounds for even cooking and maximum juiciness.
Arrange the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
In the last few minutes of baking, brush the meatballs with additional BBQ sauce for a sticky glaze.
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve as sliders on burger buns or with creamy mashed potatoes. These meatballs can also be tossed into a salad or served over pasta.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 meatballs
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 80mg