Best 7 Bbq Sauce Meatballs Recipes

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In the culinary realm, where flavors dance and aromas entice, the pursuit of the perfect barbecue sauce meatball is a quest worthy of any gastronome's endeavor. From backyard barbecues to family gatherings, these delectable morsels have earned their place as a beloved classic, tantalizing taste buds with their smoky, tangy, and downright irresistible charm. Whether you prefer a sweet and sticky glaze or a fiery kick that sets your palate ablaze, the world of barbecue sauce meatballs offers a symphony of flavors to satisfy every craving. So, don your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the ultimate recipe for barbecue sauce meatballs, leaving your taste buds in a state of pure bliss.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BARBECUED MEATBALLS



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Enjoy these meatballs in a wonderfully tangy sauce! Use your favorite flavor of barbecue sauce. When the meatballs are done, you can place them in a slow cooker/server to keep them warm.

Provided by AZTHESPIAN

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds ground beef
1 ½ cups fresh bread crumbs
¼ cup chopped onion
½ cup milk
1 ½ teaspoons salt
2 eggs
1 (18 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the beef, bread, onion, milk, salt and eggs. Shape into little meatballs, about 1 inch in size. Place the meatballs into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes. Pour barbecue sauce over the meatballs and bake for 35 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Cholesterol 144.2 mg, Fat 32.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1390.4 mg, Sugar 18.7 g

BBQ SAUCE MEATBALLS



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I whipped these up for my son's first birthday so I could serve something savory alongside the cake and ice cream. They're delicious! -Tara Reeder, Mason, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 7h20m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large egg, beaten
1/2 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 pounds ground beef
SAUCE:
2 cups ketchup
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, cheese, bread crumbs and onion. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker., In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients; pour over meatballs. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until meat is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

MEATBALLS IN BARBECUE SAUCE



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This recipe came from my home ec teacher in high school. I enjoy making it because you can throw it in the oven and still have time to do other things.-Yvonne Nave, Lyons, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
SAUCE:
1 cup ketchup
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Meanwhile, combine the sauce ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour over meatballs. Bake 10-12 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

BBQ MEATBALLS



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Super easy appetizer that takes next to no work at all. Tastes great!

Provided by MADDIES MOM

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 4h2m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (16 ounce) package frozen meatballs
1 (18 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce
¼ cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Place prepared meatballs, barbeque sauce, and ketchup in a slow cooker. Let cook on a low heat for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 49.5 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1381.2 mg, Sugar 21.1 g

BARBECUE MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon loosely packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
One 25-count bag All-Purpose Meatballs (still frozen is fine), recipe follows
Mashed potatoes, for serving
Chopped fresh parsley, for serving
Green salad, for serving
5 pounds ground beef
1 1/2 cups plain breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons grainy mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the barbecue sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, hot sauce and Worcestershire and bring to a boil. Add the All-Purpose Meatballs and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook until the meatballs are heated through, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Spoon over mashed potatoes and sprinkle with parsley. Serve with a green salad.
  • To make the meatballs, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, cream, parsley, mustard, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes and eggs in a large mixing bowl. Mix together well with your hands. Scoop out 1-tablespoon portions and roll them into balls with your hands. Place the meatballs onto parchment-lined baking sheets and put the baking sheets in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes for the meatballs to firm up.
  • To brown the meatballs, heat the olive oil in a heavy pot or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Cook, turning the meatballs to make sure they brown all over, 5 to 7 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
  • Freezer instructions: Put the cooked meatballs in a single layer on baking sheets and put into the freezer. When frozen, divide them into freezer bags, 25 per bag, and return them to the freezer. Yield: 125 meatballs.

GRANDMA'S BARBECUED COCKTAIL MEATBALLS



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As long as I can remember, my Grandma Audrey made these meatballs on Christmas Eve. A few years back, she shared the recipe with me. These are great for any party, but at my house, Christmas Eve just wouldn't be the same without them! These can be made ahead, and just heated when ready to serve.

Provided by canarygirl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs ground beef
1 medium onion, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
salt and pepper
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (I like Italian flavor)
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
1 teaspoon oregano
1 pinch thyme
2 tablespoons A.1. Original Sauce (optional)
3 cups barbecue sauce (I use Famous Daves, or Ken Davis)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375º.
  • Combine all ingredients except bbq sauce in a bowl, and form into smaller sized meatballs.
  • Place meatballs on a cookie sheet and bake 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • (time will depend on size of meatballs).
  • When cooked through, remove meatballs from cookie sheet and drain off excess grease.
  • Put meatballs and barbecue sauce in a crock pot, and stir to combine.
  • Keep on the"keep warm" setting.

EASY SLOW-COOKER BBQ MEATBALLS



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Just five minutes of easy prep work in the morning with your trusty slow cooker, and you can have tender, flavorful BBQ meatballs in the evening.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 3h5m

Yield 50 servings, 1 meatball each

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pkg. (1 lb. 12 oz.) frozen fully cooked meatballs (1 inch)
1 cup BULL'S-EYE Brown Sugar & Hickory Barbecue Sauce
1 Tbsp. HEINZ Yellow Mustard
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Place meatballs in slow cooker.
  • Mix barbecue sauce and mustard until blended; pour over meatballs. Stir gently to evenly coat. Cover with lid.
  • Cook on LOW 3 to 4 hours (or on HIGH 2 hours). Stir in onions just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

Tips:

  • Prep Meatballs Ahead: For hassle-free cooking, prepare the meatballs the day before and refrigerate them overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and ensures even cooking.
  • Sauce Consistency: Adjust the thickness of the sauce to your liking by simmering it for a longer or shorter duration. Reduce for thicker sauce and simmer for a shorter time for a thinner consistency.
  • Use Quality Ingredients: Opt for fresh, high-quality ingredients to elevate the taste of your meatballs. Freshly ground beef, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic herbs make a world of difference.
  • Control Heat: Avoid overcrowding the pan when searing meatballs. Maintain medium heat to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
  • Simmer for Flavor: Simmering the meatballs in the sauce allows the flavors to penetrate and tenderize the meat.
  • Season to Taste: Don't be afraid to taste and adjust the seasoning of the sauce and meatballs. A balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors is key.
  • Serve with Sides: Elevate your meal by serving the BBQ meatballs with classic sides like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad.

Conclusion:

BBQ meatballs are a versatile and delicious dish that combines the smoky, tangy flavors of barbecue sauce with tender, savory meatballs. With careful preparation, attention to ingredients, and a bit of simmering, you can create an unforgettable dish that is perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or even as an appetizer. The combination of juicy meatballs and flavorful sauce makes this recipe a crowd-pleaser. Serve it with your favorite sides and enjoy the explosion of flavors in every bite. So fire up the grill or preheat your oven and let's get cooking!

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