Easy Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs Recipe
This Easy Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs Recipe is packed with juicy beef, Italian seasoning, and gooey mozzarella. Perfect for pasta nights or appetizers, these cheesy meatballs will be a hit with your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 meatballs 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 12 small mozzarella cheese cubes
- 2 cups marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
- Take about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture and flatten it in your hand. Place a mozzarella cube in the center and wrap the meat around it, sealing the edges to form a ball.
- Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until fully cooked and browned.
- Heat marinara sauce in a saucepan and add the baked meatballs, simmering for 5 minutes.
- Serve over pasta, in sub sandwiches, or on their own with extra marinara sauce.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter option.
- Serve with spaghetti or as a party appetizer.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg