Sizzling Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball
Indulge in a flavor-packed experience with Sizzling Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs. Combining smoky bacon, rich bourbon barbecue sauce, and creamy cheddar, these meatballs deliver a delightful crunch and savory goodness in every bite. Perfect for game days, summer cookouts, or family dinners, this dish will impress your guests and leave them craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (12 meatballs) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 6 oz thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup bourbon BBQ sauce (plus extra for glazing)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bacon, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, and half of the BBQ sauce. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F or 71°C). Brush with remaining BBQ sauce five minutes before finishing.
- Serve warm with extra sauce for dipping or over greens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 785mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg