Baked Meatballs
These Baked Meatballs are tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Made with a blend of ground beef, breadcrumbs, and seasonings, they bake to perfection in just 20 minutes. Serve them with pasta, in subs, or as an appetizer with dipping sauce!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 meatballs 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (or a mix of beef & pork)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko or Italian-style)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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Make the meatball mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, milk, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, onion powder, and parsley.
- Mix gently with your hands or a spoon until just combined (don’t overmix).
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Form the meatballs:
- Roll into 1½-inch balls (about golf ball size).
- Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake the meatballs:
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until browned and cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C).
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Serve & enjoy:
- Serve with marinara sauce, pasta, or in a meatball sub!
Notes
- Juicier Meatballs: Use a mix of beef & pork for extra tenderness.
- Make Ahead: Freeze raw or cooked meatballs for up to 3 months.
- Keto Option: Swap breadcrumbs for almond flour.
- Spicy Version: Add extra red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
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