Description
These Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella are the ultimate comfort food—tender, juicy meatballs packed with spinach and garlic, and filled with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or party appetizers, they’re baked to perfection for a wholesome and cheesy experience.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ small onion, finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, spinach, garlic, onion, egg, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Scoop and flatten a portion of the meat mixture in your hand, place a mozzarella cube in the center, and wrap the meat around it to form a ball.
- Repeat with remaining mixture. Arrange meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush meatballs lightly with olive oil. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Chill meatballs before baking to help prevent cheese from leaking.
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour for a low-carb version.
- Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
