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Hot Honey Meatballs Recipe
Mary Johnson

Hot Honey Meatballs Recipe

Juicy meatballs coated in a sweet, spicy hot honey glaze. Quick, easy, and perfect for dinner or party appetizers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g ground beef chicken, or turkey
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • Salt and pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ cup honey
  • 1 –2 tbsp chili flakes or hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp vinegar

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking tray or frying pan
  • Saucepan
  • Spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Mix meat, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, and seasoning in a bowl.
  2. Roll into small meatballs.
  3. Bake or fry until fully cooked.
  4. In a pan, melt butter and add honey, chili, and vinegar.
  5. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  6. Add meatballs and coat with sauce.
  7. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by changing chili amount.
  • Don’t overmix meat for softer meatballs.
  • Works great with rice, pasta, or as appetizers.
  • Can be stored in the fridge for 3–4 days.
Hot Honey Meatballs Recipe

Nutrition Information (Per Serving – Approx.)

  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Sugars: 14 g
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sodium: 480 mg
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg
Note: Values may vary depending on meat type (beef, chicken, or turkey) and honey quantity used.