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Christmas Cranberry Meatballs

Christmas Cranberry Meatballs

Enjoy festive Christmas Cranberry Meatballs, a delightful mix of savory beef and tangy cranberries, perfect for your holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Appetizer, Christmas, Cranberry, Festive, Holiday, Meatballs
Servings: 8 meatballs
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • Large bowl
  • Saucepan
  • baking sheet

Ingredients

For the Meatballs

  • 1 pound Ground beef
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
  • 1 large Egg acts as a binder

For the Cranberry Sauce

  • 2 cups Fresh cranberries
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

How to Make Christmas Cranberry Meatballs

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, and any spices in a large bowl until combined.
  • Roll the mixture into one-inch meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
  • Combine the cranberries, brown sugar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and water in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Bake the meatballs for about 20 minutes, until fully cooked and golden brown.
  • Pour the cranberry sauce over the baked meatballs and gently toss to coat.

Notes

Serve with toothpicks for easy snacking at your holiday gathering.

Nutrition

Serving: 3meatballs | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 10mg
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