Name: Honey Garlic Glazed Meatballs
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 24 min
Total time: 44 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef; 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs or ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs; ¾ cup milk; 1 onion, finely minced; 2 eggs, mixed; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1–2 teaspoons optional dry herbs/spices (e.g., dried chives, parsley, granulated onion or garlic); ½ tablespoon butter or oil; 2–4 garlic cloves, minced; ½ cup honey; ¾ cup ketchup; ¼ cup soy sauce

Description

Tender baked beef meatballs coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze. Perfect for weeknights, parties, or meal prep, these meatballs deliver bold flavor with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs or ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
¾ cup milk
1 onion, finely minced
2 eggs, mixed
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1–2 teaspoons optional dry herbs/spices (e.g., dried chives, parsley, granulated onion or garlic)
½ tablespoon butter or oil
2–4 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup honey
¾ cup ketchup
¼ cup soy sauce

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper or foil.
Soak the breadcrumbs in milk in a large bowl until fully absorbed.
Add ground beef, onion, eggs, salt, pepper, and optional herbs/spices. Mix until just combined.
Shape into small meatballs (about 1 tablespoon each) and arrange on prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 12–14 minutes until lightly browned but not overcooked.
Meanwhile, heat butter or oil in a medium pot or deep skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Stir in honey, ketchup, and soy sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Add baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer gently for 7–10 minutes until glazed and cooked through.
Serve warm with your choice of rice, potatoes, noodles, or vegetables.

Notes

Add red pepper flakes or chili sauce for a spicy kick.
Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and soy sauce to make this gluten-free.
Ground turkey or chicken can be used instead of beef for a lighter version.
For a sweeter glaze, add an extra tablespoon of honey.
Make ahead by baking and freezing meatballs without sauce.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 24 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking + Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6–8 meatballs with sauce
Calories: 420
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 890mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 130mg