Mini Meatball Skewers Fall Party Appetizer Recipe
Mini meatball skewers are here to save your fall party. You’re trying to impress your guests, right? This recipe has bite-sized savory meatballs served on skewers, which make you look fancy without the effort. You don’t need a degree in culinary arts to make these. Just a few ingredients, some skewers, and a touch of oven magic. It’s basically impossible to mess up. And let’s face it, who doesn’t love a good meatball that’s easy to eat with one hand while clutching a drink with the other? These are perfect for parties, and they’ll disappear before you can say “food coma.”
Mini Meatball Skewers Fall Party Appetizer Recipe
Mini meatballs on skewers, baked to perfection, and ready for easy snacking at your fall gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce for dipping
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Thread 4-5 meatballs onto each skewer.
- Place skewers on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 230Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 18g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 4%
- Iron: 10%
- Calcium: 6%
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to spice up the meatball mix.
- For extra flavor, swap in ground turkey or chicken.
- Serve with a side of ranch or buffalo sauce for dipping.
- For crispy meatballs, broil the skewers for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- If you’re feeling extra fancy, sprinkle chopped parsley on top before serving.
