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Golden brown bacon cheeseburger meatballs on a baking sheet with melted cheddar cheese
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Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 6 slices thick -cut bacon, cooked and finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg , lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat a convection oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a stainless steel mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped bacon, shredded cheddar, breadcrumbs, and beaten egg.
  • Incorporate the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper into the mixture.
  • Gently fold the ingredients together by hand until a homogenous mixture is achieved, avoiding over-compression of the meat fibers.
  • Portion the mixture into 1.5-inch spheres, approximately 40 grams each, and place on the prepared baking sheet with 1 inch of separation.
  • Transfer the baking sheet to the center rack of the oven and roast for 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Monitor the internal temperature until a probe thermometer registers a minimum of 160°F (71°C).
  • Remove from the heat source and allow the meatballs to rest for 5 minutes to facilitate juice redistribution before service.