Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Meatballs

If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that delivers big flavor with minimal effort, bacon-wrapped BBQ meatballs are the answer. These savory, smoky bites are always the first to disappear at parties, and they work just as well for game day as they do for casual get-togethers. With crispy bacon, saucy glaze, and juicy meatballs, this recipe hits all the right notes.

Helpful Tips

• Use pre-cooked or frozen meatballs to save time. Then all you have to do is just thaw before wrapping.
• Secure each bacon strip with a toothpick to keep everything in place during baking.
• Bake on a wire rack over a foil-lined baking sheet to help the bacon crisp up evenly and make cleanup easier.

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Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Meatballs

These bacon-wrapped BBQ meatballs are savory and smoky bites with crispy bacon and a saucy glaze, that makes these juicy meatballs a hit.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 4 Servings

Calories 792 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
• 1/4 cup onion grated
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
• 12-15 slices bacon cut in half
• 1 cup BBQ sauce store-bought or homemade

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Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
• In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, onion, garlic, egg, milk, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix everything together until just combined – don’t overmix or the meatballs may become tough.
• Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should get around 12-15 meatballs.
• Wrap 2 pieces of bacon over the top of each meatball, securing the ends underneath. If needed, you can use a toothpick to hold the bacon in place.
• Place the bacon-wrapped meatballs on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
• Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to a large bowl and pour the warm BBQ sauce over them. Toss to coat evenly.

Nutrition

Calories: 792kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 34gFat: 53gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 23gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 2049mgPotassium: 691mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 430IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 168mgIron: 4mg

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