Description
Baked Mac ’n’ Cheese Stuffed Meatball Bombs with BBQ Drizzle combine two classic comfort foods into one irresistible bite. Juicy meatballs are filled with creamy mac and cheese, baked to golden perfection, and finished with a tangy BBQ drizzle.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 1/2 cups prepared mac and cheese (cooled and slightly firm)
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar (optional, for extra cheesiness)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix until just combined.
- Take a small portion of the meat mixture and flatten it into a disk in your palm.
- Place a small scoop of mac and cheese in the center, then wrap the meat around it to seal and form a meatball.
- Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until meatballs are browned and cooked through.
- While baking, warm the BBQ sauce in a small saucepan.
- Once baked, drizzle BBQ sauce over the meatballs and garnish with parsley or extra cheese if desired.
- Serve hot while the centers are still melty.
Notes
- Ensure the mac and cheese is well chilled before stuffing to prevent leaking.
- For added flavor, try using smoked cheeses or adding jalapeños to the mac and cheese.
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- They can be frozen and reheated in the oven for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
