Take your taste buds on a wild ride with our tantalizing Cherry Coke Meatballs, where the sweet and tangy flavors of cherry cola intertwine to create a symphony of taste. These delectable morsels are crafted with a blend of ground beef, pork, and veal, seasoned to perfection with a medley of herbs and spices. Immersed in a luscious cherry cola sauce, these meatballs transform into a culinary masterpiece, offering a burst of juicy sweetness with every bite. This recipe provides detailed instructions for creating these addictive meatballs, along with two additional variations to cater to different preferences. The "Classic Cherry Coke Meatballs" offer a timeless flavor combination, while the "Spicy Cherry Coke Meatballs" add a fiery kick to tantalize your palate. And for those seeking a vegetarian alternative, the "Cherry Coke Vegetarian Meatballs" provide a satisfying meatless option.
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SAUCY CHERRY MEATBALLS
Water chestnuts lend a crunch to these moist ground beef and pork sausage meatballs. The baked bites are glazed with a sweet sauce made with cherry pie filling. "They're perfect for potlucks or parties," notes Marina Castle-Henry of Burbank, California.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the milk, soy sauce, bread cubes, garlic salt and onion powder. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture and mix well. Stir in water chestnuts. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil; place meatballs in pan. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 10 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°; drain., In a large skillet, combine the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened. Add meatballs; cook and stir until heated through.
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BBQ COLA MEATBALLS
Meatballs are roasted, then simmered in a rich barbeque sauce made with cola. These make a great potluck dish.
Provided by BLUE ROSE
Categories Onions
Time 4h
Yield 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, grated onion and Ranch dressing mix until well blended.
- Shape into 1 inch meatballs, and place on a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan, or any baking sheet with sides to catch the grease.
- Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, turning them over half way through.
- While the meatballs are roasting, mix together the ketchup, cider vinegar, cola, chopped onion and green pepper in a slow cooker. Season with seasoning salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Remove meatballs from the baking sheet, and place into the sauce in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on Low for 3 hours, then remove the lid and cook for an additional 15 minutes before serving.
MEATBALLS IN CHERRY SAUCE
A ruby-red cherry glaze made with pie filling gives homemade meatballs festive color for a Christmas get-together. Everyone will love the zesty, sweet-tart flavors, too.-Rita Chabot-Schultz, Ballwin, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Add beef and pork; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake 11-13 minutes or until cooked through. Drain on paper towels., In a large saucepan, combine sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Add meatballs; heat through, stirring gently.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
COCA COLA MEATBALLS
Who would have thought that Coca Cola and meatballs would go together. add in a few other ingredients and you have an amazingly delicious meal.
Provided by shazzieau
Categories Meatballs
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- preheat oven to 180 Celsius spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
- in a large bowl, mix all the meatball ingredients together then roll into golf ball sized balls.
- place balls in a single layer into the baking dish.
- in a small bowl, mix together all the sauce ingredients then pour over the meatballs.
- cook for 50 - 60 minutes until sauce is bubbly and meatballs are cooked. turn the balls once during cooking.
- when the meatballs are almost ready to serve, remove from oven and mix 2 tablespoons of cornflour with enough water to make a thin paste and stir through the meatballs to thicken the sauce. return to oven for 5 minutes then serve.
- serve with mashed potato and vegetables of choice.
Tips:
- Choose the right type of cherry cola: Use a cola that is not too sweet or syrupy, such as Coca-Cola or Pepsi.
- Use high-quality ground beef: Opt for a lean ground beef, such as 80/20, to ensure the meatballs are juicy and flavorful.
- Add some bread crumbs: Bread crumbs help to bind the ingredients together and make the meatballs light and fluffy.
- Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
- Brown the meatballs before simmering: Browning the meatballs in a pan before adding them to the sauce helps to develop their flavor and keep them from falling apart.
- Use a slow cooker or Dutch oven: A slow cooker or Dutch oven is a great way to cook the meatballs, as it allows them to simmer gently for several hours, resulting in tender and flavorful meatballs.
Conclusion:
Cherry Coke meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. With a few simple tips, you can make cherry Coke meatballs that are juicy, flavorful, and irresistible.
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