Description
Smoked Cheese Stuffed Meatballs are a delectable twist on classic meatballs, featuring a gooey, smoky cheese core that elevates every bite. Perfect for game nights or family gatherings, these savory morsels combine rich beef flavor with a cheesy surprise, making them an instant hit. With simple preparation and versatile serving options, they’re sure to become your new favorite comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup smoked cheese (gouda or cheddar), cut into cubes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until combined; avoid overmixing.
- Take two tablespoons of the mixture and flatten it in your palm. Place a cube of smoked cheese in the center and encase it by rolling it into a ball.
- Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce or as appetizers with toothpicks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg