Description
Whiskey Peach BBQ Meatballs combine tender, juicy meatballs made from ground beef and pork with a sweet and tangy whiskey-infused peach BBQ sauce. Baked to perfection and simmered in a flavorful sauce, these meatballs are perfect as a party appetizer or a comforting main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Whiskey Peach BBQ Sauce
- 1 cup peach preserves
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup whiskey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the meatballs evenly.
- Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, milk, minced garlic, eggs, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Bake Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and browned on the outside.
- Prepare Whiskey Peach BBQ Sauce: While the meatballs bake, combine peach preserves, BBQ sauce, whiskey, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar in a medium saucepan.
- Heat Sauce: Heat the sauce over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it begins to simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Combine Meatballs and Sauce: Remove the baked meatballs from the oven and transfer them carefully into the saucepan with the whiskey peach BBQ sauce.
- Simmer Meatballs in Sauce: Stir gently to coat meatballs evenly and let them simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes to absorb the flavors fully.
- Serve: Serve warm, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired, for an appetizing and flavorful dish.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use quality whiskey and peach preserves.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet to allow even cooking.
- Leftover meatballs can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- These meatballs can also be served with toothpicks for easy appetizer-style serving.
