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Crispy Sheet Pan Meatballs

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These crispy sheet pan meatballs deliver nostalgic comfort with a golden crust and juicy interior, perfect for easy family dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1/2 pound ground pork (optional, can use all beef)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain, Italian seasoned, or panko)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • For the glaze (optional):
  • 1/2 cup marinara or tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk; let soak for 5 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until just combined.
  4. Shape mixture into 1 1/4 inch (3 cm) meatballs using about 2 tablespoons (30g) each; place evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake meatballs for 15 minutes.
  6. While baking, whisk together marinara, honey, and balsamic vinegar to make glaze.
  7. Remove meatballs from oven; brush with glaze, flip each meatball, and brush the other side.
  8. Return to oven and bake for another 10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and exterior is crisp.
  9. Let meatballs rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overmix meatball mixture to avoid toughness. Soaking breadcrumbs in milk keeps meatballs tender. Leave space between meatballs on the sheet pan for even crisping. Flip meatballs halfway through baking for even browning. Tent with foil if browning too quickly. For extra crisp, broil 1-2 minutes at the end, watching carefully.

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