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A bowl of perfectly browned homemade Italian meatballs fresh from the oven, showcasing the delicious texture from this easy baked meatball recipe.

Oven Baked Meatballs Recipe (The Juiciest, Easiest Method!)

Our Oven Baked Meatballs Recipe is the easiest, most reliable way to get perfectly juicy and flavorful meatballs every time. A simple mix of beef and pork, classic seasonings, and a no-mess baking method makes this the perfect recipe for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground Beef 80/20 recommended
  • 1 lb Ground Pork
  • 1 cup Italian Breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup Whole Milk
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is best
  • 1 Large Egg Lightly beaten
  • 0.25 cup Onion Finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tbsp Dried Parsley
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground

Equipment

  • 1 Large Baking Sheet
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment paper

Instructions
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the liquid.
  3. To the panade mixture, add the beaten egg, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, dried parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Gently add the ground beef and ground pork. Use your hands to mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Using a cookie scoop or your hands, portion the mixture into 1.5-inch balls. Roll gently between your palms to shape.
  6. Arrange the meatballs in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until browned and cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F or 71°C).

Notes

For extra flavor, you can broil the meatballs for the last 1-2 minutes of cooking to get a deeper brown crust.
Feel free to simmer the cooked meatballs in your favorite marinara sauce for at least 20 minutes before serving.
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