Cheese Stuffed Meatballs
User Reviews
5
Cheese Stuffed Meatballs
Description
The mixture incorporates beaten egg, ricotta, Parmesan cheese, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper with ground beef to infuse flavor and maintain moisture. Each meatball is formed by wrapping a piece of mozzarella stick inside a two-tablespoon portion of the meat mixture, ensuring a cheesy surprise when bitten. Cooking takes place in an air fryer with two baskets, allowing the meatballs to cook evenly with a crispy outside and juicy interior. Flipping halfway through ensures uniform cooking.
This method provides a nicely browned texture on the exterior while the cheese inside stays melted and creamy. They serve well as finger food or paired with pasta. The recipe employs practical tips such as oiling hands to prevent sticking and recommends storing leftovers properly.
Keeping the meatballs in a single layer during cooking preserves their shape and texture. Leftovers can be refrigerated in airtight containers for up to five days.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg beaten
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 cloves garlic peeled and minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper ground
- 1 pound ground beef at room temperature, Niman Ranch All Natural 80/20
- 2-3 mozzarella cheese sticks
Instructions
- Mix egg, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl.
- Lightly coat hands with olive oil to keep the meat from sticking to them.
- Add meat to egg and cheese mixture then mix together by hand until well combined.
- Use a tablespoon to divide meat into two tablespoon portions of meat.
- Add a one-inch piece of mozzarella cheese on top of one of the portions of meat then wrap it around the cheese to make a meatball. Repeat with all portions of meat.
- Install crisper plate in both baskets.
- Place half the meatballs in the Zone 1 basket, then insert basket in unit. Place the other half in the Zone 2 basket, then insert basket in unit.
- Select Zone 1, select AIRFRY, set temperature to 375°F, and set time to 8 minutes. Select MATCH COOK to match Zone 2 settings with Zone 1. Press the START/PAUSE button to begin cooking.
- When time reaches 6 minutes, press START/PAUSE to pause the unit. Remove the baskets and flip the meatballs. Reinsert the baskets in the unit and press START/PAUSE to resume cooking. The meatballs are cooked when the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- When cooking is complete, remove the meatballs and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Coat your hands lightly with olive oil before mixing to prevent sticking.
- Cook meatballs in a single layer without touching for even air frying.
- Leftover meatballs store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16meatballs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 103 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 103kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 39mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 214mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 103mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 81IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
