Sizzling Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs
Experience a flavor explosion with Sizzling Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs. These juicy meatballs are infused with smoky bourbon barbecue sauce, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese, making them the perfect addition to any gathering. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, they promise to be the highlight of your meal. Serve them as sliders or on skewers for a fun twist that will impress your guests!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1/2 cup bourbon BBQ sauce (divided)
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped bacon, breadcrumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, and half of the bourbon BBQ sauce. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (16-20 total) and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (internal temp should reach 165°F/74°C).
- Brush with remaining bourbon BBQ sauce and return to oven for an additional 5 minutes to caramelize.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (106g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg