CHERRY COKE MEATBALLS

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From the kitchen of our field editor, Kizmet Byrd of Fort Wayne, Indiana: This recipe is a crowd-pleaser that's perfect for game days and parties. Your guests will love the sweetness of the cherry cola and the addition of Gustus Vitae spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar. It makes 15 large meatballs or 24 small meatballs.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 16

Sauce Ingredients
1 (12 oz.) can cherry cola
1 Cup of Ketchup
3 Tbsp. Tomato Paste
2 Tbsp. Gustus Vitae spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar
1 Tbsp. Hoisin (or Soy Sauce)
1 Tsp. Garlic Powder
Meatball Ingredients
1 lb. Ground Chuck
1 Egg (beaten)
½ Cup Italian Bread Crumbs
½ Cup Grated Parmesan (or Romano) Cheese
1 Tsp. Garlic Powder
1 Tsp. Onion Powder
½ Tsp. Kosher Salt
½ Tsp. Black Pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350° and line a sheet pan with parchment paper., In a large pot, add in the cherry cola, ketchup, hoisin sauce, tomato paste, spicy chocolate cinnamon sugar, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk all ingredients and set pot aside. , In a large bowl, add ground chuck, egg, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Form mixture into golf ball-size meatballs. Add meatballs to sheet pan and bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through., Place pot with sauce ingredients on stove, add meatballs to sauce and cook on medium heat for 10 minutes, occasionally spooning sauce over meatballs.

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Agustina Garcia
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These meatballs were a fun and unique twist on a classic dish. I'll definitely be making them again for parties and gatherings.


dodo gaming
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I've never made meatballs before, but these were surprisingly easy to make. They turned out great and my family loved them.


Shan Amir
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These meatballs were amazing! I made them for a potluck and they were a huge hit. I'll definitely be making them again.


Qamar Price
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These meatballs were a bit dry for my taste, but the sauce was delicious. I'll try adding more liquid to the meatballs next time.


Ali Sania
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these were really good. The sauce was especially tasty.


Muzamil Alone
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These meatballs were easy to make and tasted great. I served them with mashed potatoes and green beans, and they were a hit with my family.


Suraj Chaudhary
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I was hesitant to try these meatballs at first, but I'm so glad I did! They were absolutely delicious. The cherry Coke sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Miah Dildar
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These meatballs were a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. I'll probably make them again, but I'll use less Coke next time.


Kenzy Grawin
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they always turn out great. They're moist and flavorful, and the sauce is perfect.


Omary Athumani
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These meatballs were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.