Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1½ lbs ground beef or turkey
- ¼ cup almond flour or breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Glaze
- ½ cup cranberry sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the meatballs evenly.
- Prepare Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef or turkey with almond flour or breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Shape the mixture into 20–24 evenly sized meatballs.
- Bake Meatballs: Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and nicely browned.
- Make the Glaze: While the meatballs bake, combine the cranberry sauce, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan. Warm the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally until smooth and heated through.
- Glaze and Serve: Once the meatballs are baked, transfer them to a serving bowl. Pour the warm cranberry glaze over the meatballs, tossing gently to coat them evenly. Serve immediately as a festive appetizer.
Notes
- These meatballs can be kept warm and served from a slow cooker set to the “warm” setting, making them great for parties.
- You can substitute the cranberry glaze with BBQ sauce or a hot honey glaze for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
