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Whiskey Peach BBQ Meatballs

Whiskey Peach BBQ Meatballs That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

These Whiskey Peach BBQ Meatballs combine savory goodness with a refreshing burst of peach-infused BBQ sauce, creating a unique harmony of flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs gluten-free if needed
  • 1 medium Onion (chopped) red or yellow works best
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh garlic for superior flavor
  • 1 large Egg no substitutes suggested
  • 1 tsp Salt sea salt preferred
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika regular paprika can be used
  • 2 tbsp Parsley (chopped) optional for garnish
For the Whiskey Peach BBQ Sauce
  • 1 cup Peach Preserves substitute with apricot or mango if desired
  • 1/2 cup Whiskey omit for non-alcoholic version
  • 1 cup Ketchup using organic can reduce added sugars
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar regular vinegar can be substituted
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce check for gluten-free compliance
  • 1 tsp Mustard Powder substitute with regular mustard if preferred
  • to taste Additional Salt & Pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and parsley.
  3. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In a saucepan, mix peach preserves, whiskey, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard powder. Heat over medium heat, stirring until warm and well-combined.
  6. Coat the cooked meatballs with the whiskey peach BBQ sauce in a mixing bowl.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meatball mixture to ensure a tender texture. You can prepare and freeze uncooked meatballs for convenience. Experiment with different fruit preserves for unique flavors.

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