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Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball

Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs: Your New Favorite Comfort Food

Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs bring the flavors of a classic bacon cheeseburger into delightful bite-sized morsels that are perfect for gatherings or quick dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1.5 lbs Ground Beef 80/20 blend is ideal for flavor and juiciness.
  • 0.5 lbs Ground Bacon Cook crispy and crumble for mixing.
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Can be regular or gluten-free.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Use non-dairy milk if preferred.
  • 1 large Egg Substitute with a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 0.25 cup Yellow Onion Finely diced; shallots work well too.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be a quick substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Swap with soy sauce if needed.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard is a good stand-in.
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used instead.
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder Boosts garlic flavor; adjust to your preference.
  • 0.25 tsp Onion Powder Optional for extra richness.
  • Salt and Black Pepper Enhances all flavors; season to your taste.
  • 8 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese Cubed; consider Monterey Jack as a substitute.
For the Burger Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise Forms a creamy base for the sauce.
  • 2 tbsp Ketchup Adjust for desired flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Yellow Mustard Can vary based on preference.
  • 1 tbsp Sweet Pickle Relish Omit for a savory sauce.
  • 1 tsp White Vinegar Adjust to taste with lemon juice if necessary.
  • Spices Customize with your favorite seasoning blends.
For Serving
  • Sesame Seed Buns Perfect to create mini burgers; lettuce leaves can serve as a low-carb alternative.
  • Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle Chips Fresh toppings to enhance flavor; mix and match your favorites.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the ground bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Crumble and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, crumbled bacon, and panko. Pour in milk and mix gently to combine.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, diced onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour wet ingredients over the meat mixture and combine gently. It should feel slightly sticky.
  5. Take a scoop of the mixture, flatten it, place a cheese cube in the center, and roll into a ball.
  6. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes till cooked through.
  7. Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, and vinegar for the burger sauce; refrigerate.
  8. Serve meatballs on buns with toppings and burger sauce; enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor, serve meatballs warm with chilled burger sauce.

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