Turkey & Cranberry BBQ Meatballs
Turkey & Cranberry BBQ Meatballs are the perfect blend of sweet and savory, offering a delightful flavor explosion with every bite. These tender turkey meatballs are infused with tangy cranberries and coated in a delicious BBQ sauce, making them an irresistible appetizer or main dish for any occasion. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, these meatballs are sure to impress at your next gathering or family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 18 meatballs (6 servings) 1x
- Category: Main Dish/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (plus extra for serving)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and half of the cranberry sauce until just combined.
- Form mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- In a separate bowl, combine remaining cranberry sauce with BBQ sauce; toss cooked meatballs in this mixture until well-coated.
- Serve hot on a platter garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme. Substitute ground turkey with chicken or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences. These meatballs can be prepared ahead of time and frozen; cook from frozen by adding extra baking time.