Bourbon Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs
BBQ Main Dish Ideas: Bourbon Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs are a mouthwatering fusion of smoky, savory flavors that will take your cookouts to the next level. These juicy meatballs, made with rich bourbon and crispy bacon, are perfect for any occasion—be it a summer barbecue or game day gathering. Each bite is packed with gooey cheddar cheese and tantalizing aromas that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 6 oz thick-cut bacon, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- For the Sauce: 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup bourbon barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, chopped bacon, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, egg, and bourbon until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Mix ketchup and bourbon barbecue sauce in a small bowl. Brush the cooked meatballs with the sauce mixture before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (135g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg