For extra flavor, try using a smoky BBQ sauce. To make the meatballs even more tender, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork. If you don't have animal vegetable cutters, you can use a knife to cut the peppers and cheese into fun shapes.
BBQ Meatballs with Pepper and Cheese Animal Cut-Outs
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PREP TIME45 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS18
These delightful BBQ meatballs, adorned with playful pepper and cheese animal cut-outs, transform a simple snack into a culinary adventure. Perfect for sparking joy in kids and adults alike!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate26 g
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Cholesterol113 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein23 g
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Saturated Fat12 g
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Sodium1011 mg
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Sugar15 g
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Fat24 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
02
StepSoak pieces of torn bread in the milk in a bowl for 5 minutes. Gently squeeze out milk. Add beaten egg to the soaked bread and mix well. (5 minutes)
03
StepMix garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, Italian herb seasoning, sugar, and Parmesan cheese together in a small bowl. Add to bread-egg mixture. (2 minutes)
04
StepPlace ground beef in a mixing bowl. Add seasoning mixture and onions; mix together with a fork. If mixture is too dry, add up to a tablespoon of milk. Roll into 25 meatballs and arrange on rimmed baking sheet. (10 minutes)
05
StepBake in preheated oven until browned and cooked through, about 18 minutes. (18 minutes)
06
StepDrain meatballs on a paper towel. Remove grease from the baking sheet. Transfer meatballs back to the baking sheet. Drizzle 1 cup BBQ sauce over meatballs. (5 minutes)
07
StepReturn sheet to oven and bake 12 more minutes. (12 minutes)
08
StepUse a small animal vegetable cutter to make animals out of green, orange, and red peppers. Cut animals out of Colby Jack and mild Cheddar cheese. (15 minutes)
09
StepDrain meatballs on a paper towel and add more BBQ sauce if desired. Add cheese animal cut-out and then animal pepper cut-out to the toothpicks. Work quickly to add toothpick to each meatball. (10 minutes)
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Ramiro Hoppe
Jul 1, 2025I added a bit of Worcestershire sauce to the meatball mixture for extra depth of flavor. It was a great addition!
Alberto Wintheiser
Jun 21, 2025The coconut sugar was a great touch! These were healthy, and I didn't feel guilty feeding these meatballs to my child.
Rene Bradtke
Jun 16, 2025I followed the recipe exactly, and the meatballs came out perfectly. The combination of flavors was amazing. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Aniyah Satterfield
Jun 16, 2025I appreciate that the recipe includes tips for making them ahead of time. It saved me a lot of stress when preparing for a large event.
Gordon Jacobi
Jun 11, 2025These were a hit at our family gathering! The adults enjoyed them just as much as the kids. The BBQ sauce was delicious, and the meatballs were moist and flavorful.
Edgar Lueilwitz
Jun 8, 2025My kids absolutely loved these! The animal cut-outs made snack time so much more fun. I will definitely make them again!
Jamil Ritchie
May 16, 2025The only change I made was using gluten-free breadcrumbs instead of bread. They were just as good, and it made them suitable for my gluten-sensitive child.
Levi Lakin
May 14, 2025I made a few substitutions based on what I had on hand (different cheese and veggies), and they still turned out great. This recipe is very versatile.
Bonita Shields
May 6, 2025These were so much fun to make with my kids. They loved helping with the animal cut-outs and assembling the meatballs.
Jeanette Schimmel
Apr 27, 2025These are perfect for parties! Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I've made them several times, and they're always a hit.