Bourbon Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs Recipe
Looking for a party appetizer that steals the show? This Bourbon Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs Recipe combines juicy beef, smoky bacon, and melted cheese with bourbon's rich flavor.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Measuring spoons
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 6 strips bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 tbsp bourbon
- 1 egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble it.
- Mix beef, bacon, cheese in bowl.
- Add bourbon, egg, and breadcrumbs together.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, pepper.
- Form mixture into 1-inch sized meatballs.
- Place meatballs on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until done.
- Let them cool for 5 minutes.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for juiciest results.
- Don't overmix the meat to keep tenderness.
- Cube cheese inside for melty surprise centers.
- Substitute whiskey if bourbon isn't available easily.
- Freeze unbaked meatballs for quick future meals.