Best 5 Cranberry Appetizer Meatballs Recipes
Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing cranberry appetizer meatballs, a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These bite-sized delights are crafted with a combination of juicy cranberries, succulent ground beef, and a symphony of aromatic herbs and spices. Dipped in a luscious honey mustard sauce, each meatball becomes an irresistible treat that will be the star of any gathering. For those with dietary preferences, we offer a delicious vegetarian alternative made with lentils and quinoa, providing a protein-packed and flavorful option. Additionally, our air fryer version caters to those seeking a healthier cooking method without compromising on taste. With three irresistible recipes included, this article is your ultimate guide to creating the perfect cranberry appetizer meatballs for any occasion.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CRANBERRY-GLAZED APPETIZER MEATBALLS
Cranberries balance the spicy flavor of chili sauce in a fabulous holiday appetizer.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 1h10m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, stir meatball ingredients until well mixed. Shape into 1-inch balls; place in ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan.
- Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked and no longer pink in center.
- Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, stir sauce ingredients until well blended. Heat to boiling over medium heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add meatballs to sauce; stir to coat. Cook over medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated. Thread cranberries on toothpicks; stick toothpicks in meatballs to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
CRANBERRY APPETIZER MEATBALLS
For a memorable meatball party snack with a tangy non-traditional sauce, I suggest this recipe. The meatballs are mouthwatering.-Jim Ulberg, Elk Rapids, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield about 7 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Combine the first nine ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls., Place meatballs on a rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake until no longer pink, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker or chafing dish., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine all sauce ingredients; simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour over meatballs. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 39 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CRANBERRY GLAZED APPETIZER MEATBALLS
Another appie recipe for your collection. My family likes these on game day so they can "graze" all day long. So easy and tastes really good.
Provided by mommyoffour
Categories Meat
Time 1h
Yield 60 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375.
- In large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper and eggs; blend well.
- Shape into 1 inch meatballs; place in ungreased 15x10x1 inch baking pan.
- Bake at 375 for 25 to 30 minutes our until meatballs are browned and no linger pink in center.
- Meanwhile, in large saucepan, combine sauce ingredients; blend well.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add meatballs to sauce; stir to coat.
- Cook over medium heat about 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 42.6, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 14.8, Sodium 112.8, Carbohydrate 3.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 2.2, Protein 2.6
CRANBERRY-GLAZED APPETIZER MEATBALLS
This came from a Betty Crocker recipe book, nice to serve at your parties kept warm in your slow cooker ~ they go fast!
Provided by Carol Junkins
Categories Meat Appetizers
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 375df. In large bowl, stir meatball ingredients until well mixed. Shape into 1 inch balls, place in ungreased 15x10x1" pan.
- 2. Bake 25-30 minutes or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked and no longer pink in center.
- 3. Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, stir sauce ingredients until well blended. Heat to boiling over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4. Add meatballs to sauce, stir to coat. Cook over medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until thoroughly heated. Thread cranberries on toothpicks, stick toothpicks in meatballs to serve.
- 5. Makes 30 servings ( 2 meatballs each) Prepare and bake the meatballs up to 24 hours before your party. Cover and refrigerate them. Just before serving, prepare the sauce and heat the meatballs in it.
CRANBERRY-GLAZED APPETIZER MEATBALLS
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375ºF In large bowl, stir meatball ingredients until well mixed. Shape into 1-inch balls; place in ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked and no longer pink in centre. Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, stir sauce ingredients until well blended. Heat to boiling over medium heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add meatballs to sauce; stir to coat. Cook over medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated. Thread cranberries on toothpicks; stick toothpicks in meatballs to serve.
Tips:
- Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Frozen cranberries can be used, but they will not have as much flavor as fresh cranberries.
- Chop the cranberries finely. This will help them to distribute evenly throughout the meatballs.
- Use a food processor to make the cranberry sauce. This will make it smooth and easy to mix into the meatballs.
- Be sure to chill the meatballs before baking them. This will help them to hold their shape.
- Bake the meatballs at a high temperature. This will help them to get browned and crispy on the outside.
- Serve the meatballs hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
These cranberry appetizer meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. They are also a great way to use up leftover cranberries. With their sweet and tangy flavor, these meatballs are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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