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Baked Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs

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Baked Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs are juicy, herb-seasoned meatballs with a gooey mozzarella center, baked to perfection and topped with marinara and melted cheese. Ideal for dinner, appetizers, or sandwiches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef or beef/pork blend
  • 12–16 small cubes or pearls of mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups marinara or tomato sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Take a portion of the mixture, flatten it in your palm, place a mozzarella cube in the center, and wrap the meat around it. Roll into a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
  4. Arrange stuffed meatballs on the prepared baking sheet or dish. Drizzle with olive oil.
  5. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
  6. Remove from oven, spoon marinara sauce over the meatballs, and top with shredded mozzarella.
  7. Return to oven and bake an additional 5–7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use low-moisture mozzarella to prevent soggy centers.
  • Bake instead of fry for a cleaner, healthier option.
  • Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized meatballs.
  • Freeze before or after baking for easy future meals.
  • Serve with pasta, bread, or veggies for a full meal.

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