Description
Indulge in these delicious cheese-stuffed meatballs filled with gooey mozzarella and topped with melted cheddar. Perfect for a hearty appetizer, main dish, or a tasty addition to a meatball sub.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1/2 lb (225g) ground pork (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese cubes (for stuffing)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork (if using), breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined but not overworked.
- Form the Meatballs: Take a small portion of the meat mixture (about 2 tablespoons) and flatten it in your hand. Place a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center and carefully fold the meat around the cheese, sealing it completely. Roll into a smooth ball and repeat with the remaining meat mixture.
- Bake the Meatballs: Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and the cheese inside is melted.
- Add Cheddar Cheese: Remove the meatballs from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top of each meatball. Place them back in the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Once the cheese has melted, remove the meatballs from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the types of cheese used for stuffing and topping based on your preferences.
- For added flavor, you can include other spices like crushed red pepper or Italian seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg