Cheese Stuffed Meatballs
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Cheese Stuffed Meatballs
Description
Cheese Stuffed Meatballs are made by dividing lean ground beef into equal portions, then enclosing Brie cheese cubes inside. The oil-rubbed hands help form tight, sealed meatballs, preventing cheese from leaking during cooking. Rolling the balls in a spice-seasoned breadcrumb mix adds a textured, flavorful crust once air fried.
The cooking method uses an air fryer at 400°F for 5-7 minutes until the meat browns and reaches an internal temperature of 160°F, indicating doneness. The quick air-frying method yields a browned exterior while keeping the inside juicy and melted with cheese.
These meatballs are complemented by tangy cranberry sauce for dipping, balancing the richness of the beef and Brie. They are suitable as appetizers or part of a main course.
The recipe notes clarify the nutrition information excludes cranberry sauce, suggesting it is optional and served alongside. Using avocado oil and cooking spray ensures a non-stick, crisp meatball surface.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 2 ounces Brie cheese cut into 16 pieces
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon thyme dried
- avocado oil cooking spray
- cranberry sauce for serving
Instructions
- Preheat an air fryer to 400ºF.
- Flatten and divide the ground beef into 16 equal portions. Place a cheese cube in the middle of each portion.
- Rub the avocado oil on the palm of your hands to make it easier to roll and form each portion into a meatball stuffed with the cheese. Make sure to seal very well.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and thyme. Roll each meatball in the breadcrumb mixture and set aside.
- Transfer the meatballs to the air fryer and arrange in a single layer. You may need to cook in two batches. Spray the meatballs with the avocado oil cooking spray. Cook until the meatballs are browned and the internal temperature of the beef reaches 160°F, 5-7 minutes total.
- Serve the meatballs with cranberry sauce for dipping, if desired.
Notes
- The provided nutrition information applies to the cheese stuffed meatballs only, not including the cranberry sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 154 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2meatballs | |
| Calories | 154kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 252mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 208mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 107IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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