Christmas Cranberry Meatballs (Ready-to-Print Version)

Ground beef meatballs glazed with tangy cranberry sauce, ideal for holiday celebrations and party appetizers.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meatball Mixture

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
04 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Cranberry Glaze

08 - 1 cup cranberry sauce
09 - 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 375°F.
02 - In a large bowl, thoroughly mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
03 - Shape the mixture into 1-inch diameter meatballs and place them evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
04 - In a separate bowl, blend cranberry sauce, barbecue sauce, and soy sauce until smooth and uniform.
05 - Generously spoon the cranberry glaze over each meatball, ensuring full coverage.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until meatballs are cooked through and have a golden exterior.
07 - Serve the meatballs warm as an appetizer or party dish.

# Handy Tips:

01 - For even cooking, rotate the baking sheet halfway through the bake time.