These Bourbon Glazed Meatballs are a delightful addition to your Thanksgiving spread. The sweet and tangy bourbon glaze adds a unique flavor that will impress your guests and elevate your holiday menu.
This recipe is simple to follow and perfect for serving as an appetizer or main dish. With a few basic ingredients, you can create a dish that is both delicious and memorable.
Savory Bourbon Glazed Meatballs
These meatballs are made with ground beef and seasoned breadcrumbs, then coated in a rich bourbon glaze that combines the flavors of brown sugar, soy sauce, and bourbon. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 6-8 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (for thickening)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
- Prepare the Bourbon Glaze: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
- Thicken the Glaze: Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens.
- Coat the Meatballs: Once the meatballs are done baking, toss them in the bourbon glaze until well coated.
- Serve: Transfer the glazed meatballs to a serving platter and enjoy warm, perfect for your Thanksgiving gathering.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6-8 servings
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
