Baked Meatballs Recipe
This baked meatballs recipe makes juicy, tender, and flavorful meatballs baked in the oven for an easy, mess-free dinner. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or cozy family meals.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper or Foil
- Cooling Rack (optional)
Ingredients
Meatball Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef or beef and pork mix
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Soften the breadcrumbs: In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let them soak for 1–2 minutes until soft.
- Add remaining ingredients: Add the ground meat, egg, parmesan cheese, garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until just combined.
- Shape the meatballs: Roll the mixture into evenly sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil: Lightly drizzle olive oil over the meatballs to help them brown in the oven.
- Bake the meatballs: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–22 minutes, until cooked through and lightly golden.
- Rest and serve: Let the meatballs rest for 5 minutes before serving so the juices redistribute.