How to Make Party Meatballs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Whether you're hosting a big celebration or just having a few friends over, these party meatballs are sure to be a hit. Tender and flavorful, these bite-sized delights are perfect for snacking or part of a main course. Best of all, they're incredibly easy to make, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of your guests.

Made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, these meatballs are seasoned with a mix of herbs and spices that give them a deli...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup MUSSELMAN'S® Apple Butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ cup grated red onion
  • 1 pound pork sausage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Cayenne pepper

Information

  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a large-rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  • Place a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter in it. When the butter has melted, add the grated onions and saute for 3-4 minutes, until soft.
  • In a large bowl, mix the sausage, ground beef, panko, 1/2 cup apple butter, sour cream, eggs, salt, pepper, and allspice. Add the onion, once it cools. Get your hands in it and mix well, until evenly combined.
  • Measure out the meatballs into one-ounce portions. Roll tight balls and place them on the baking sheet, close together, but not touching. You should have 40-45 meatballs.
  • Bake for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the remaining 1/2 cup of apple butter, with beef broth, honey, and 1-2 dashes of cayenne pepper. Whisk well.
  • After 15 minutes, remove the meatballs from the oven. Pour the sauce over the top, making sure to cover each meatball, and place back in the oven for 5-7 minutes.
  • Once cooked through, shake the baking sheet a little to loosen the meatballs and serve warm.
  • Nutrition

    457 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 120mg
    • Sodium: 1325mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 296mg