Pumpkin BBQ Jalapeño Meatballs
A fun and versatile dish that combines the flavors of fall with smoky BBQ sauce, these meatballs are perfect for gatherings or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (reserve some for garnish)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Ground turkey or chicken (alternative option)
- Gluten-free breadcrumbs (for gluten-free version)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, pumpkin puree, BBQ sauce, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, sliced jalapeño, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet, ensuring space between each.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- While baking, heat remaining BBQ sauce and jalapeño slices in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Toss the baked meatballs in the saucepan to coat them in the sauce.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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