For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cranberry-barbecue sauce. To make the meatballs ahead of time, bake them as directed and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Add them to the sauce and simmer just before serving. If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can use cranberry sauce with whole berries and blend the sauce with an immersion blender after simmering. Ensure the meatballs are fully cooked; internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
Cranberry Meatballs
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 50 mins
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SERVING8 People
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Elevate your holiday appetizer game with these delightful Cranberry Meatballs. A tantalizing blend of savory and sweet, these little bites are sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next festive gathering. The perfect balance of tangy cranberry, smoky barbecue, and rich beef creates an unforgettable flavor explosion.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate70 g
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Cholesterol147 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein36 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium1188 mg
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Sugar49 g
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Fat22 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a large bowl, gently combine ground beef, panko bread crumbs, ketchup, eggs, soy sauce, black pepper, and garlic powder. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender. Shape the mixture into small, uniform meatballs (about 1-inch in diameter) and arrange them on a nonstick baking sheet or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. (15 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are browned and cooked through, turning once halfway through cooking. (30 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View While the meatballs are baking, prepare the cranberry-barbecue sauce. In a large saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, and lemon juice. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberry sauce melts and the mixture is smooth and well combined. (10 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Once the meatballs are cooked, gently transfer them to the saucepan with the cranberry-barbecue sauce. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to ensure the meatballs are evenly coated and the sauce thickens slightly. (60 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Serve the Cranberry Meatballs warm, garnished with fresh parsley or thyme, if desired. They are delicious on their own as an appetizer or served over rice or mashed potatoes for a heartier meal. Enjoy! (5 minutes)
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Marcel Feest
Jun 8, 2025I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. So easy to make!
Trace Reinger
May 25, 2025My kids devoured these! I'll definitely be making them again.
Sammie Borer
May 15, 2025These are now a Thanksgiving tradition in our family.
Amiya Weber
Apr 9, 2025Next time, I'll double the recipe. They disappeared so quickly!
Alexandria Hyatt
Jan 7, 2025I used ground turkey instead of ground beef and they were still delicious.
Beth Wilkinson
Dec 31, 2024These were a hit at our holiday party! Everyone loved the sweet and savory combination.
Kailyn Moore
Jun 15, 2024The lemon juice really brightens up the sauce. Don't skip it!
Hugh Hoeger
Dec 28, 2023The sauce was a little too sweet for my taste, so I added a dash of Worcestershire sauce to balance it out.