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
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Ingredients for Baking Powder Meatballs

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baking Powder Meatballs?

Baking Powder Meatballs takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baking Powder Meatballs?

Baking Powder Meatballs has approximately 312.1 calories per serving, with about 35 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 29 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baking Powder Meatballs?

The key ingredients for Baking Powder Meatballs are Ground Beef, Milk, Bread, Onion, Salt, Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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