Homemade Pizza Meatballs
Savor the delicious flavors of these Homemade Pizza Meatballs, perfect for any meal or appetizer.
Equipment
- Oven Preheat to 400°F (200°C)
- Baking sheet Line with parchment paper
- Mixing bowl For combining ingredients
- Meat Thermometer To check internal temperature
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef or turkey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons chopped or grated onions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black cracked pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.25 cup almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup chopped pepperoni
- 0.25 cup pizza sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese or dairy-free cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef or turkey, garlic powder, onions, olive oil, salt, pepper, onion powder, oregano, Italian seasoning, almond flour or breadcrumbs, egg, pepperoni, and parmesan cheese.
- Shape the mixture into 1½-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs for 20-22 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For a crispy exterior, broil the meatballs for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve with fresh parsley and pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture. You can also customize the cheese or omit it for a dairy-free option.