Best 9 Apple Meatballs Recipes

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Indulge in the harmony of sweet and savory with our delectable Apple Meatballs, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These tender, juicy meatballs, crafted with ground pork and beef, are lovingly embraced by a luscious apple cider gravy, creating a delightful dance of textures and flavors. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of culinary adventures, catering to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Embark on a culinary journey with our classic Apple Meatballs recipe, featuring a blend of aromatic spices and a hint of sweetness from grated apples. For a gluten-free twist, try our Almond Flour Apple Meatballs, where almond flour replaces breadcrumbs, resulting in a delightful crunch and a healthier option. If you prefer a vegetarian alternative, our Apple Cider Mushroom Meatballs offer a savory and satisfying experience, with mushrooms taking the center stage. And for those with a sweet tooth, our Apple Meatball Sliders combine the irresistible flavors of meatballs and apples in a slider format, perfect for a fun and flavorful party snack.

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TURKEY-APPLE SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 (about 36 small meatballs)

Number Of Ingredients 20

For the meatballs:
3 cups packed torn pumpernickel bread
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 small shallots, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
Pinch of ground cinnamon
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
1 large egg
Cooking spray
For the gravy:
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Mashed potatoes, for serving (optional)
Chopped fresh parsley and/or chives, for topping

Steps:

  • Make the meatballs: Pulse the bread in a food processor to make fine crumbs. Add the milk and Worcestershire sauce and pulse to make a paste; set aside.
  • Heat the butter and vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; add the shallots and cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Add the apple, garlic, cinnamon, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook until the apple is tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in the breadcrumb mixture and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool completely.
  • Add the turkey and egg to the bowl and beat with a mixer on lowspeed until well combined, about 4 minutes. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Dampen your hands and form the meat mixture into 36 balls (about1 inch each). Arrange on the prepared baking sheet and bake until lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the gravy: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk to make a smooth paste, about 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, then add the Worcestershire sauce. Cook, whisking, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Add the meatballs and simmer until firm and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Serve over mashed potatoes and top with parsley and/or chives.

APPLE MEATBALLS



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Since first taking these meatballs to various social events a few years ago, I've shared the recipe many times. Sweet apple jelly provides a nice contrast to the tangy barbecue sauce. - Kay Townsend, Obion, Tennessee.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 72 meatballs.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup crushed seasoned stuffing
1 envelope onion soup mix
2-1/2 pounds lean ground beef
SAUCE:
2 bottles (18 ounces each) barbecue sauce
1 jar (12 ounces) apple jelly
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , In a large skillet, brown the meatballs; drain. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. In a large saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes. Pour over meatballs. , Cover and bake at 325° for 30 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.

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APPLE TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Meatballs are always popular and this puts a fall twist on them. They're unique because apples and Dijon mustard are added to the ground turkey. After being baked, the meatballs remain nice and moist. Then they're coated with a light balsamic glaze that gives the turkey meatballs an amazing sweet and tangy flavor, These make a...

Provided by Susie Price

Categories     Meat Appetizers

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

MEATBALLS
1 c Panko bread crumbs
1/4 c Parmesan cheese
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 apples, Granny Smith or Fuji, diced small
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 lb ground turkey
1/2 c onion, sauteed
SAUCE
1 c apple cider vinegar
1/2 c maple syrup
2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350. Dice onion and apple.
  • 2. Sauté onion in a small amount of oil till semi-transparent.
  • 3. In a large bowl, mix the onions and diced apple with the remaining meatball ingredients.
  • 4. Form into meatballs using an ice cream scoop with swing lever (makes the perfect size). Place meatballs about 1 inch apart on a large oiled baking pan or cookie sheet.
  • 5. Cook in a 350 F oven for 20-30 min, checking often not to overcook as these will go into the skillet with the sauce for about 5-8 more minutes of cooking.
  • 6. Combine sauce ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
  • 7. Simmer, uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Look out! the vinegar is pungent!
  • 8. Place meatballs into large skillet.
  • 9. Add sauce.
  • 10. Cook over low heat for 5-8 min. Stir only enough to coat the meatballs or they will want to fall apart. Can just skip this step and use it as a dipping sauce... but they are so good like this!

APPLE-MUSTARD GLAZED MEATBALLS



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This one couldn't be simpler! Convenient frozen meatballs simplify the prep; they're glazed with a sweet-and-savory sauce that stars apple jelly and spicy brown mustard. -Pam Corder, Monroe, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield 32 meatballs.

Number Of Ingredients 6

32 frozen fully cooked homestyle meatballs (1/2 ounce each)
1/3 cup apple jelly
3 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice
3 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Place meatballs in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake according to package directions., Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat., Transfer meatballs to sauce; stir gently to coat. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until sauce is thickened, stirring occasionally.

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APPLE SPICE MEATBALLS



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I love this recipe because it is so full of wonderful flavors. A little spicy and a little sweet, these fabulous meatballs score huge at tailgate parties or holiday buffets. -Joyce Conway, Westerville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 dozen plus leftovers.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1-1/4 cups panko bread crumbs
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 medium apple, peeled and finely chopped
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pound ground beef
1 pound bulk hot Italian sausage
SAUCE:
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 jar (12 ounces) apple jelly
3/4 cup ketchup
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls., Place meatballs on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain on paper towels., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, combine the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes., Gently stir in 6 dozen cooked meatballs and heat through. Save the remaining meatballs for Hungarian Pepper Soup with Romano Crisps or save for another use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 115mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APPLE AND TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Apple and Turkey Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TeamZZZ

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 30m

Yield 3 meatballs, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground turkey
1 onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons fresh breadcrumbs
1 small apple, peeled and finely chopped
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons thyme
flour, for coating
2 teaspoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat over to 350.
  • Mix turkey, onion, breadcrumbs, apple, egg and thyme.
  • Coat hands with flour and form 24 meatballs. roll meatballs in flour.
  • Heat oil in pan and saute meatballs until golden brown, bout 10 minutes.
  • Place meatballs in casserole dish and cook for 15 minutes.

SPICY APPLE-GLAZED MEATBALLS



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Our sweet apple glaze makes all the difference in this savory homemade recipe. Tight on time? Use frozen meatballs instead. Cook time includes 10 minute standing time. Budget dinner price: $0.90 per serving.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     Meatballs

Time 42m

Yield 48 meatballs, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 egg
1/4 cup milk
2 slices white bread or 2 slices whole wheat bread, torn
1 lb 85% lean ground beef
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup apple juice or 1 cup pear nectar
1/4 reduced sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • For Spicy Meatballs, in a large bowl whisk together egg and milk. Add bread. Let stand 10 minutes, just until bread is softened. Add beef, garlic, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly with hands or wooden spoon. Shape beef mixture in 48 one-inch meatballs.
  • In a 12-inch skillet heat oil over medium heat. Cook meatballs, half at a time, about 6 minutes per batch, turning occasionally until brown and crusty on outside and no longer pink inside. Transfer meatballs to a covered dish; cover to keep warm. Drain fat from skillet; wipe out skillet.
  • For Apple Glaze, in a small bowl combine apple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, ginger, and cayenne pepper. In same skillet at meatballs were cooked, cook and stir mixture until thickened and bubbly (at full boil). Cook and stir 2 minutes more. Return meatballs to skillet to heat through and coat with sauce. Transfer glazed meatballs to a serving dish. Top with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.9, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 41.9, Sodium 106.3, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 5.7, Protein 8.3

MEATBALLS IN APPLE BUTTER



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"The apple butter and maple syrup give these simple sausage balls a delicious zing," says Joan Reesman, Franklin, Tennessee.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield 8 meatballs.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/4 pound bulk pork sausage
2 tablespoons apple butter
1 teaspoon maple syrup

Steps:

  • Roll sausage into 1-in. balls. Place on a microwave-safe plate. Cover and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Cool. , Transfer to a microwave-safe serving dish. In a small bowl, combine apple butter and syrup; pour over meatballs. Stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Microwave, covered, on high for 1 minute or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPICY APPLE GLAZED MEATBALLS



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This one's from Better Homes and Gardens. Delicious spicy and a little sweet Chinese influence and flavor. Took these to a Memorial Day's party and had no leftovers.

Provided by pamela t.

Categories     Meatballs

Time 30m

Yield 28 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 egg
1/4 cup milk
2 slices white bread
1 lb ground chuck
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup apple juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • In large bowl, whisk together egg and milk. Tear bread slices into bite sized pieces and add to bowl. Stir to coat and let sit 10 minutes. Add ground chuck, garlic, pepper, salt, and cayenne. Make meatballs (I came out with 28).
  • Place on a cookie sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Cook at 325 F for about 10 minutes. Turn once. Cook an additional 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine every other ingredient except green onions. Add to a pan and cook until thickened stirring constantly. Pour over meatballs. Add chopped green onions.
  • The original recipe called for frying the meatballs, but I like baking them instead and draining off the grease. Use whichever method you prefer.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples. This will give your meatballs a more complex flavor. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn apples.
  • Grate the apples finely. This will help them blend into the meatballs more easily.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
  • Brown the meatballs well before simmering them in the sauce. This will help to keep them moist and flavorful.
  • Use a flavorful sauce. A good option is a simple tomato sauce made with fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil.
  • Serve the meatballs over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Apple meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. They are also a great way to use up leftover apples. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your apple meatballs are moist, flavorful, and delicious.

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