Description

Easy Baked Meatballs are tender, loaded with flavor, and kid-friendly. Enjoy delicious, protein-packed homemade meatballs that are juicy (no dry meatballs here!) in under an hour using simple ingredients that you know and love. They are a delicious appetizer served with Marinara Sauce, or pair it with some sides for a filling, family dinner.

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
2/3 cup breadcrumbs
1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 F. Line a quarter sheet baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Worcestershire sauce, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until evenly combined. Set aside to marinate for 15-20 minutes.
Take 2 spoonfuls of the beef mixture at a time and use your hands to roll into meatballs. (I recommend using disposable gloves for easy clean up). Transfer the meatballs onto the lined baking sheet.
Bake for 18-20 minutes until fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165F as read on a meat thermometer. Serve warm.

Notes

How to store: Place leftover baked meatballs in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to four days.

How to freeze: These meatballs freeze well both before and after baking. I would recommend separating the meatballs into individual serving sizes or family servings and freeze in freezer bags. This way, you can easily defrost the exact portion that you want.

To freeze uncooked meatballs: Place the shaped meatballs on a large half sheet baking pan lined with parchment paper. Transfer the pan to the freezer and freeze until hard, about 1 hour. Then, transfer the meatballs into a frezer bag or freezer-safe airtight container and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. To cook, allow the meatballs to thaw overnight in the refrigerator first, then cook as per recipe instructions in the oven.
To freeze cooked meatballs: Once cooled, store the meatballs in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw overnight in the fridge when ready to reheat.

How to reheat: Reheat meatballs in a 350F preheated oven for 10 minutes until warmed through, or air fryer for 5 minutes until warmed through. You can also reheat in the microwave until warm.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Ground Beef
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American