Festive Cocktail Meatballs

Servings: 60 Difficulty: Intermediate
Sweet and tangy beef meatballs simmered in a pineapple glaze, perfect for holiday parties.
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Festive Cocktail Meatballs

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 60 Calories: 553.6

Description

These Festive Cocktail Meatballs are the ultimate party appetizer, combining savory ground beef with sweet, tangy pineapple. The mixture is bound with minute rice for a tender texture that holds up well in the rich sauce. Simmered in a blend of French dressing and soy sauce, they develop a glossy, sticky glaze that is irresistible. Ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or game day spreads, these bite-sized treats are easy to make in large batches. Serve them warm on toothpicks for a finger-food favorite that disappears quickly.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, minute rice, beaten egg, finely shredded carrot, chopped onion, and ground ginger. Mix until just combined.
  3. Roll the meat mixture into small, bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter). Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the crushed pineapple with its juice, French dressing, and soy sauce.
  5. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add the baked meatballs to the simmering sauce. Gently stir to coat and simmer for 10 more minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Serve warm, skewered with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 60


Amount Per Serving
Calories 553.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.8g40%
Saturated Fat 10.3g52%
Cholesterol 132.8mg45%
Sodium 124.2mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 29.8g10%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
Sugars 10.0g
Protein 46.4g93%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: meatballs, cocktail, pineapple, ground beef, appetizer, party food, holiday, glazed, sweet and savory, finger food, potluck, easy recipe, beef, soy sauce, rice, simmered, toothpick, snack, entertaining, classic
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