These Easy Homemade Meatballs are a simple way to get dinner on the table fast. Forget store-bought – this is literally the best homemade meatball recipe, ever.
Made using ground beef, breadcrumbs, and other simple ingredients, the flavor of these homemade meatballs is pure perfection. Making meatballs is a fun process that tastes great, too.
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I tend to vary on why I make this homemade meatball recipe. Sometimes I make it as an appetizer and sometimes I make it as a main dish served with Twice Baked Loaded Potato Casserole. But every time I make it, it’s a hit with the kids!
This simple recipe seriously makes the best homemade meatballs, ever.
Why We Love This Recipe
- They’re fun to make
- Always a hit at parties and family gatherings
- Similar to these Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Meatballs Recipe which we love as well
Ingredients / Shopping List
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1 pound of ground pork/ground turkey
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup – 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce
- 3 cloves of pressed garlic
- ½ cup of Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh Italian herbs
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- ½ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
Substitutions and Additions
Meat: You can use a mixture of ground beef, pork, and turkey. You can also just choose to use one type of meat as well.
Breadcrumbs: Use plain or Italian breadcrumbs to change up the taste easily.
Equipment Needed / Helpful Tools
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl
How to Make Homemade Meatballs
This recipe may appear complicated but I promise you it’s not! The steps are simple to follow and the flavor is worth it!
Step 1
Add aluminum foil to a baking sheet and then spray with non-stick spray.
Step 2
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
Step 3
Mix the ground beef and pork in a large bowl.
Step 4
Mix in all the other ingredients until combined. (don’t overmix)
Step 5
Roll the mixture into balls with your hands and put on the baking sheet.
Step 6
Put in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until browned and no pink in the middle.
Step 7
Take out of the oven and enjoy!
Variations / Options / Add-Ins
Variation 1: Cut down on the fat content and make these meatballs using ground chicken meat!
Tips
- Don’t pack the meatballs too tightly so they cook and retain moisture.
- Make certain to get your favorite dipping sauces ready!
FAQs
Once the meatballs are cooked, just store them in the fridge for later. Store them in a container with a lid to keep them fresh.
Reheating meatballs is as easy as putting them in the microwave for a few seconds of time. Start with 30 seconds – 1 minute for reheating larger batches.
You bet. The easiest way to freeze meatballs is to cook them first and then store them in a freezer-safe container for later.
Other Recipes
- Instant Pot Swedish Meatballs
- Low-Carb Instant Pot Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs
- Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs
- Meatballs and Gravy
📋 Recipe
Easy Homemade Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork or ground turkey
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 – 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3 cloves pressed garlic
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh Italian herbs
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Add aluminum foil to a baking sheet and then spray with non-stick spray.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Mix the ground beef and pork in a large bowl.
- Mix in all the other ingredients until combined. (don't overmix)
- Roll the mixture into balls with your hands and put on the baking sheet. Put in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until browned and no pink in the middle.
- Take out of the oven and enjoy!
Nutrition
Need to run to the store for a few ingredients first? Don’t forget to pin this recipe so you can find it when you’re ready to cook!
