Reuben Balls Recipe

Name: Reuben Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Cream Cheese; Sauerkraut; 1/2 cup evaporated milk; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 1 cup thinly sliced corned beef; Rye Cracker Crumbs; All Purpose Flour; Thousand Island Dressing

These savory Reuben Balls are a delightful twist on the classic Reuben sandwich! A treasured recipe from the Rose Hill Extension Club in Chadron, Nebraska, submitted by Winona Brecht, these bite-sized appetizers are perfect for game day, parties, or a quick and easy weeknight snack. Crispy on the outside, warm and cheesy on the inside, they're packed with the flavors of corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 157.3 kcal

Protein 15g

Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Reuben Balls

Cream Cheese
Sauerkraut
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup thinly sliced corned beef
Rye Cracker Crumbs
All Purpose Flour
Thousand Island Dressing

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How to Make Reuben Balls

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1 cup sauerkraut (drained), 1 cup thinly sliced corned beef, and 1/4 cup cracker crumbs.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
In a shallow dish, place 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. In another shallow dish, pour 1/2 cup evaporated milk. In a third shallow dish, place the remaining 1/2 cup cracker crumbs.
Roll each ball in the flour, then dip in the evaporated milk, and finally coat thoroughly in the remaining cracker crumbs.
Place the coated Reuben balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.