Baking Powder Meatballs Recipe

Elevate your weeknight meal with these unbelievably juicy and tender Baking Powder Meatballs! The secret ingredient? Baking powder, which creates a light and fluffy texture you won't believe. Perfect for ground turkey or beef, this recipe is easy to follow and delivers restaurant-quality results. Get ready for flavorful meatballs in a rich and savory sauce – a crowd-pleaser for the whole family!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 312.1 kcal
Protein 35g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Baking Powder Meatballs 146

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baking Powder Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • ½ cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Cream Of Mushroom Soup

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How to Make Baking Powder Meatballs

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of bread crumbs with ½ cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
  3. Add 1 lb ground turkey or beef, ½ cup finely chopped onion, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon baking powder to the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides.
  7. Transfer the browned meatballs to a casserole dish.
  8. Pour 1 (15 ounce) can of undiluted tomato soup over the meatballs.
  9. Cover the casserole dish and bake for 45 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

32g

Carbs

5g

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