Stuffed Meatballs with Mozzarella
Delicious baked stuffed meatballs filled with gooey mozzarella cheese, perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-style)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (or 2 teaspoons dried)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or 2 cloves fresh, minced)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into small 1/2-inch cubes
- Marinara sauce for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or lightly oil it.
- Combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, egg, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a large bowl.
- Mix gently but thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of the mixture and flatten it in your palm into a patty.
- Place one mozzarella cube in the center of the patty.
- Fold the meat around the cheese and roll into a tight ball, sealing any seams.
- Repeat until all mixture is used, spacing the balls on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through and browned.
- Let rest for 2–3 minutes before serving with warmed marinara.
Notes
For a leaner option, use 90/10 beef but add olive oil to keep them moist. Panko breadcrumbs can provide a lighter texture.
Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/stuffed-meatballs/