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Meatballs in Honey Buffalo Sauce

Meatballs in Honey Buffalo Sauce

These Meatballs in Honey Buffalo Sauce offer a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors with tender, juicy meatballs coated in a luscious honey buffalo sauce. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners, game day snacks, or party appetizers, this recipe is simple to prepare, family-friendly, and ready in under 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

For the Honey Buffalo Sauce

  • 1/4 cup buffalo wing sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp butter

Optional Garnishes

  • Chopped parsley or green onions
  • Crumbled blue cheese (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef or turkey with bread crumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly to ensure even seasoning and binding without overworking the meat.
  2. Shape the Meatballs: Form the mixture into small, evenly sized meatballs—about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter—to ensure they cook evenly throughout.
  3. Cook the Meatballs: Heat a skillet over medium heat with a touch of oil, then add the meatballs. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through. Alternatively, bake them in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes.
  4. Make the Honey Buffalo Sauce: In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then whisk in the buffalo wing sauce and honey until fully combined and smooth. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
  5. Combine Meatballs and Sauce: Transfer the cooked meatballs to the saucepan and toss gently to coat each one evenly in the glossy honey buffalo sauce.
  6. Serve Warm: Plate your Meatballs in Honey Buffalo Sauce immediately, garnished with chopped parsley or green onions if desired. Enjoy the perfect balance of flavors.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ground meat for juicy, tender meatballs that won’t dry out.
  • Combine ingredients just until incorporated to avoid tough meatballs.
  • Keep meatballs uniform in size for even cooking and presentation.
  • Simmer the honey buffalo sauce gently to prevent separation or burning.
  • Prepare meatballs ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze to save time.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: meatballs, honey buffalo sauce, spicy, sweet and spicy, appetizer, game day snack, quick dinner