Tangy BBQ Meatball Appetizers
These tangy BBQ meatball appetizers are a crowd-pleasing dish, perfect for parties or a casual get-together. The tender meatballs are coated in a sweet and savory BBQ sauce.
Equipment
- large bowl
- parchment-lined baking sheet
- medium saucepan
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 garlic minced cloves
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
BBQ Sauce
- 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Garnish
- Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
- Toothpicks for serving
Instructions
Prepare Meatball Mixture
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper; mix gently until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into small, uniform balls, 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
Cook Meatballs
- Place meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-22 minutes until cooked and lightly browned.
Prepare Sauce
- While meatballs bake, whisk BBQ sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar in a saucepan; simmer over medium heat until slightly thickened.
Combine and Simmer
- Add cooked meatballs to the simmering BBQ sauce, stirring to coat evenly, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.
Serve
- Transfer meatballs and sauce to a warm serving dish, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and provide toothpicks for serving.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the BBQ sauce. These meatballs can be made ahead of time and reheated gently for convenience.