Gluten-Free Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs
Sink your teeth into these irresistible Gluten-Free Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs, a heavenly twist on the classic comfort food! These juicy, flavor-packed meatballs combine ground beef and pork with aromatic garlic, dried herbs, and gluten-free breadcrumbs, creating a tender base that’s bursting with Italian-inspired goodness. The pièce de résistance? A gooey mozzarella cheese center that melts into every bite for an indulgent surprise. Perfectly seared and oven-baked to perfection, these meatballs are then simmered in a rich marinara sauce for an extra layer of flavor. Whether served over gluten-free pasta, a bed of zoodles, or alongside a crisp salad, this recipe is guaranteed to become a favorite for gluten-free eaters and cheese lovers alike. Ready in under an hour and perfect for a comforting dinner, these cheese-stuffed gems deliver on both taste and texture!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Gluten-free bread crumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 piece Large egg
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 ounces Mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork.
Add the gluten-free bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, milk, minced garlic, onion powder, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture and mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.
Take a small amount of the meat mixture, about 2 tablespoons, and flatten it in the palm of your hand.
Place a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center and wrap the meat around the cheese, rolling it into a ball. Ensure the cheese is completely covered to prevent leaking during cooking.
Repeat the process with the remaining meat mixture and cheese cubes.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the meatballs in batches and sear them until all sides are browned, about 5 minutes per batch. You don’t need to cook them through at this stage.
Transfer the browned meatballs to the prepared baking sheet.
Once all meatballs are browned and on the baking sheet, bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until fully cooked through.
While the meatballs are baking, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over low heat.
Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and carefully add them to the marinara sauce, allowing them to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Serve the cheese-stuffed meatballs hot, accompanied by your favorite side or over gluten-free pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3074 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.7 g | 264% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.4 g | 387% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 806 mg | 269% | |
| Sodium | 5348 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.0 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 187.9 g | 376% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1167 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1524 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
