Creepy Meatball Eyeballs Recipe for Halloween

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Creepy Meatball Eyeballs recipe is a fun and spooky dish perfect for Halloween gatherings. Made with meatballs, mozzarella cheese, and olives, these eyeball-inspired treats are sure to delight and frighten your guests.

This recipe is straightforward and combines savory flavors with a playful presentation. It’s an excellent addition to your Halloween-themed dessert ideas and overall Halloween recipe lineup.

Spooky Meatball Eyeballs Recipe

These meatball eyeballs feature seasoned meatballs topped with mozzarella cheese and sliced olives, creating a ghoulish appearance. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef or turkey
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup marinara sauce
6 mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
12 black olives sliced
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into 12 meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
Add Eyeballs: Remove the meatballs from the oven. Top each meatball with a mozzarella ball and a slice of black olive to create the eyeball effect. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Serve: Heat the marinara sauce and serve it on the side for dipping. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.