Best 9 Easy Ham Balls Recipes

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Discover the culinary delight of easy ham balls, a versatile dish that blends the savory flavor of ham with a symphony of spices and herbs. These bite-sized gems are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a breeze to prepare, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining. Whether you prefer classic ham balls, variations with a twist of cheese or vegetables, or enticing Asian-inspired creations, this article offers a curated collection of recipes to satisfy every palate.

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HAM BALLS



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(I was given this recipe a few years ago). It is one everyone will ask for. I took it once to a Birthday Party and was asked for the recipe by at least 5 people including the host. These can be served for dinner on rice or taken to parties and kept warm in a crockpot until serving. They can also be made ahead of time and frozen.

Provided by Tara1183

Categories     Ham

Time 1h15m

Yield 50 small balls

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground ham (if needed you can get a ham steak or chunk at the deli counter to grind)
1 lb ground pork
2/3 cup crushed cracker crumb
1/2-3/4 cup milk
1 green pepper, very finely chopped
2 eggs
1 medium onion, very finely chopped
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
3/4 cup catsup
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 cup molasses
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • (3 batches of sauce is best when filling a crockpot with a double batch of balls) Ham Balls: Mix all together, gradually adding milk at the end to moisten enough to form balls.
  • Bake balls on a cookie sheet for 20 minutes at 350 degrees, drain fat and cool.
  • Sauce: Mix togther, heat and simmer 10 minutes until well blended.

HAM BALLS



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Ham Balls are a classic midwestern meatball recipe. Ground ham and ground beef are mixed together with graham crackers and topped with a tomato brown sugar sauce.

Provided by Susie Weinrich

Categories     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground ham (see note about finding and/or making ground ham**)
1 lb ground beef
1 cup graham cracker crumbs (finely ground)
1 egg
3/4 cup milk
1 10 3/4 oz. can condensed tomato soup
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 tsp dry mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°
  • Combine the meatball ingredients. In a large bowl lightly combine the 1 lb ground ham, 1 lb ground beef, 1 cup graham cracker crumbs, 3/4 cup milk, and 1 egg. Make large meatballs. Form the mixture into large meatballs, about 1/3 cup in size each. Place into a 9x13 baking dish. You will have about 12-15 meatballs.
  • Whisk together the sauce ingredients & pour over meatballs. In another bowl whisk together the can of condensed tomato soup, 1 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup white vinegar, and 1 tsp dry mustard. Pour the sauce over the meatballs.
  • Bake 1 hour. Bake in the oven, uncovered, for 1 hour, basting the tops of the ham balls with the sauce once or twice during cooking.
  • Cool & eat! Let the meatballs cool for about 5-10 minutes and then serve with mashed or baked potatoes and veggies.

HAM BALLS



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This is my newest, favorite meatball recipe. If you like a sweet twist, you'll like this one. The meatballs will be slightly pink inside when done because of the pork, so do not overbake them!

Provided by Beth

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham     Brown Sugar

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ¼ pounds ground smoked ham
1 pound ground pork
1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup milk
2 eggs
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
1 (10.75 ounce) can tomato soup
¼ cup cider vinegar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon mustard powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the ham, pork OR sausage, and the ground beef. Stir in the milk, eggs and graham cracker crumbs and mix well. Form into large balls about 2 inches in diameter and place them in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a separate medium bowl, combine the soup, vinegar, brown sugar and mustard powder. Mix well and pour over the meatballs.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until internal meat temperature reaches 160 degrees F (73 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.1 g, Cholesterol 172.8 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 39.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 1388.4 mg, Sugar 36.1 g

OLD FASHIONED HAM BALLS



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Recipe lightly adapted from and with thanks to Foodie with Family

Provided by Mary Younkin

Number Of Ingredients 11

Meatball Ingredients:
2 pounds leftover ham
2 pounds ground pork
4 eggs
1 1/4 cups milk
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs (gluten free panko will work fine as well)
Glaze Ingredients:
3 1/2 cups brown sugar
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons ground mustard powder

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease (2) 9x13 baking dishes with oil and set aside. Use the coarse setting on your meat grinder to grind the leftover ham. If you don't have a meat grinder, you can use a food processor to pulse until it is chopped like hamburger meat.
  • Combine all the meatball ingredients in a large bowl and mix with your hands until combined. Roll into 1 1/2" - 2" meatballs. I use a medium size cookie scoop to scoop them all the same size before smoothing them with my hands. Arrange the meatballs in the baking pans and set aside.
  • Whisk together all the glaze ingredients in a medium size saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to a boil, whisking until the sugar has dissolved. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 4-5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
  • Pour the glaze over the ham balls, dividing it between the two pans. Bake the ham balls, uncovered, for 75-85 minutes, until the ham balls have browned and the sauce has reduced to a syrupy consistency. Enjoy!
  • FREEZER MEAL: Let the meatballs cool and then transfer to a freezer safe Ziploc or an airtight container. Pour all remaining glaze over them and press out any air. Let thaw in the refrigerator before reheating covered in the oven, on the stove-top or in the microwave.

HAM BALLS



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This tasty midwestern dish is ready to win the hearts of your family! With a thick, zesty brown sugar glaze, these delicious ham balls are the best addition to your dinner rotation!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground ham
1 pound ground pork
1 large egg beaten
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup milk
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
1 1/2 cup ketchup
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon mustard
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grind your ham up in the food processor. In a large bowl add the ham, pork, beaten egg, graham cracker crumbs, milk, salt, pepper, and parsley. Combine all the ingredients together.
  • Take about two tablespoons out and roll into a ball with your hands. Place into a greased 9x13 baking sheet. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
  • While the ham balls are baking, in a medium-sized pot over medium heat whisk together the ketchup, sugar, mustard, and vinegar. After 2 minutes reduce to a simmer. The last 5 mins of the balls baking, for the sauce over the entire thing. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Sodium 385 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 26 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

IOWA HAM BALLS



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This is a special recipe my whole family likes. Every time they visit and I make Ham Balls, they're all smiles. When I take this to potluck meals, I'm always asked to share the recipe. It's very appropriate for my region, too, since Iowa farmers raise prize-winning pigs and cattle.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield about 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3-1/2 pounds ground ham
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
3 large eggs, beaten
2 cups whole milk
3 cups graham cracker crumbs
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) tomato soup, undiluted
3/4 cup vinegar
2-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine first five ingredients. Using a 1/3 cup measure, shape mixture into 2-in. balls. Place in two large shallow roasting pans. Combine all remaining ingredients; pour over balls. Bake at 325° for 1 hour, basting frequently with sauce.

Nutrition Facts :

SIMPLE B.B.Q. HAM BALLS



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Make and share this Simple B.B.Q. Ham Balls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lady of shallot

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs ground ham
2 eggs
diced celery
diced onion
1/2 cup crushed cracker
barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Stir all together.
  • Make small balls.
  • Put in pan.
  • Top with BBQ sauce.
  • Seal with foil.
  • Bake at 350 1 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.2, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 148.9, Sodium 1468.5, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 20.8

HAM BALL



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This is a great change from the original cheese ball. Very tasty!

Provided by NASCAR24FAN

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Ball Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, slightly softened
4 slices ham, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
¼ teaspoon seasoned salt, or to taste
1 cup chopped pecans, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Mix cream cheese, ham, green onions, and seasoned salt until evenly mixed; roll into a ball.
  • Spread chopped pecans onto a flat surface. Roll ham ball in chopped pecans to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Cholesterol 69.6 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 378.2 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

HAM BALLS WITH BROWN SUGAR GLAZE



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These smoky-sweet meatballs are a Pennsylvania Dutch specialty. I like setting them out when folks come to visit. -Janet Zeger, Middletown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield about 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound fully cooked ham, cubed
1 pound ground pork
1 cup 2% milk
1 cup crushed cornflakes
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
GLAZE:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Pulse ham in batches in a food processor until finely ground. Combine with the next 7 ingredients just until mixed. Shape into 1-in. balls; place in a single layer on greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans., For glaze, cook and stir all ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Spoon over ham balls. Bake until ham balls are just beginning to brown, 30-35 minutes, rotating pans and carefully stirring halfway through. Gently toss in glaze. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of ham: Ground ham or finely diced ham works best for ham balls.
  • Use a variety of bread crumbs: Fresh, dry, or seasoned bread crumbs can all be used. Experiment to find your favorite type.
  • Add some moisture: If the ham mixture seems too dry, add a little bit of milk, cream, or beaten eggs.
  • Season to taste: Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings. Common additions include onions, garlic, parsley, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Chill the ham balls before cooking: This will help them hold their shape better.
  • Cook the ham balls thoroughly: Cook them until they are no longer pink in the center.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce: Ketchup, mustard, or barbecue sauce are all popular choices.

Conclusion:

Ham balls are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you have some leftover ham, give ham balls a try!

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