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Best Easy Swedish Meatball Appetizers Recipe

Name: Best Easy Swedish Meatball Appetizers Recipe
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 120 g
Ingredients: ground beef 1 lb; ground pork 8 oz; yellow onion 1 pieces; breadcrumbs 1 cup; egg 2 pieces; unsalted butter 4 tbsp; heavy cream 1 cup; kosher salt 1 tsp; black pepper 0.5 tsp; ground allspice 0.25 tsp; ground nutmeg 0.25 tsp; beef broth 1.5 cups

Tender Swedish meatball appetizers in a creamy sauce are a high protein, family-favorite party bite. These savory, comforting meatballs are perfect for holiday entertaining.

Cook 55 min Difficulty NORMAL 260 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

ground beef 1 lb
ground pork 8 oz
yellow onion 1 pieces
breadcrumbs 1 cup
egg 2 pieces
unsalted butter 4 tbsp
heavy cream 1 cup

Seasonings/Sauce

kosher salt 1 tsp
black pepper 0.5 tsp
ground allspice 0.25 tsp
ground nutmeg 0.25 tsp
beef broth 1.5 cups

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 13 g 20%

Protein 17 g 26%

Fat 14 g 54%

Serving size 120g

Cooking steps

1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2

Finely chop the yellow onion. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion in 1 tbsp butter until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes; allow to cool before mixing.
3

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, cooled onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix gently by hand until evenly combined without overworking.
4

Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs and arrange on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 18–20 minutes, turning halfway, until browned and cooked through.
5

In a clean skillet, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Add baked meatballs. Pour in beef broth and heavy cream, stirring and simmering gently for 6–8 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the meatballs.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The combination of ground beef and ground pork is the foundation for classic Swedish meatballs, giving them a juicy texture and rich flavor. The pairing creates the signature bite and savory depth that sets these appetizers apart.

Q. Which ingredient makes the biggest difference in flavor?

A blend of ground allspice and ground nutmeg, along with sautéed onion, provides the warm, comforting flavor characteristic of Swedish meatballs. Without these spices, the dish would lack its unique Scandinavian taste.

Q. What cooking steps help prevent dry or dense meatballs?

Gently mixing the ingredients to avoid overworking ensures tender meatballs. Baking them and then simmering in a creamy broth helps lock in moisture and maintain a soft texture, preventing dryness or toughness.

Q. How many calories and protein are in each serving?

Each serving contains approximately 260 kcal and 17 grams of protein, delivering a high-protein appetizer that's suitable for festive gatherings. The protein-to-carb ratio is about 26% protein to 20% carbohydrate by caloric contribution.

Q. How should I manage heat when finishing the creamy sauce?

Simmer the baked meatballs in sauce over medium heat, stirring gently; maintaining this heat prevents the cream from separating and helps the sauce thicken evenly without burning.

Best Easy Swedish Meatball Appetizers Recipe

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