Home » Course » Main DishEasy Mozzarella Cheese Stuffed Meatballs Pin RecipeRate RecipeNovember 10, 2022 This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our full Disclosure Policy for details. These cheese stuffed meatballs are oozing with flavor and mozzarella that goes great with spaghetti or a marinara dipping sauce. Jump to Recipe Easy mozzarella cheese stuffed meatballs are cheesy, tender, and bursting with flavor. We love them as our main course, but you can also make them into sliders, subs, calzones and even serve them with spaghetti noodles and homemade tomato sauce! These cheesy meatballs make the absolute best entree when you smother them in our homemade marinara sauce. They are oven baked to perfection, but the other reason we really love these is that they take only 35 minutes to make, so time is never an issue. These are one of the best Italian meatballs, and your whole family will love them. Moreover, this cheesy meatballs recipe is usually a game day fave, along with buffalo chicken meatballs. Notable: tender and juicy pork and beef meatballs filled with melty mozzarella pieces, undoubtedly one of our absolute favorite meatball recipesMain Ingredients: ground beef, ground pork (or pork sausage), breadcrumbs, milk, egg, parsley, parmigiano reggiano cheese, garlic, mozzarella cubes and spicesCooking Method: oven bakedNutrients: low carb meatballs that are a good source of proteinCooking Time: 20 minutes prep time, 15 minutes cook timePairs well with: pasta, crusty bread, sandwichesDiets: keto friendlySpecial Equipment Needed: sheet pan, mixing bowl, measuring cups and spoons, knife and cutting board, cookie scoop, instant read thermometer Table of Contents Ingredients Recommended ToolsInstructions Recipe Tips What To Serve With Easy Mozzarella Cheese Stuffed MeatballsMore Meatball RecipesHow To Use MeatballsHow To StoreHow To ReheatCommon QuestionsEasy Mozzarella Cheese Stuffed Meatballs Recipe Ingredients You may have all of these ingredients for this easy mozzarella cheese stuffed meatballs recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making these cheesy meatballs you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients. Meatball Ingredients ½ pound lean ground beef½ pound ground pork (or pork sausage)½ cup breadcrumbs¼ cup milk1 egg2 tablespoon parsley (chopped)¼ cup grated parmigiano reggiano cheese (or parmesan cheese)½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon black pepper6 garlic cloves (minced)24 mozzarella cubes (4 mozzarella string cheese sticks cut into 6 pieces each) Variations and Substitutions Ground Meat: We are using a 1 to 1 ratio of beef and pork. You can substitute pork sausage for the ground pork, or use only beef, if you prefer. You can also substitute ground chicken or ground turkey, in case that is your personal preference. Breadcrumbs: Regular or panko breadcrumbs will work. Milk: Any percentage of fat will do. However, if you are using a plant based milk, choose unsweetened. WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this juicy meatball and fresh mozzarella recipe, try our Easy Dump and Bake Meatball Pasta Casserole. You’ll love it because all you have to do is mix the ingredients in a baking dish, cover and bake. Recommended Tools Links to our favorite tools are affiliate links. If you purchase something through the link we may get a small commission of the sale. Baking Sheet — We recommend lining the sheet pan with parchment paper, that way the meatballs do not stick to the pan and clean up is quick and easy. If you don’t have parchment paper, you can spray the baking sheet with cooking spray or line it with foil. Cookie Scoop – Using a cookie scoop helps to ensure each meatball is the same size. Instructions This section shows how to cook mozzarella stuffed meatballs in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full recipe with step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.. PREPARE: Firstly, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 400ºF. SOFTEN BREADCRUMBS: Then, combine the milk and breadcrumbs in a large bowl and let it sit for 3-5 minutes. MIX: Afterwards, add the remaining ingredients except for the mozzarella and mix together with your hands. FORM MEATBALLS: Divide meat mixture into 24 meatballs that are about the same size. Form a flat disk in the palm of your hand with each portion of meatball mixture. Then place a piece of mozzarella cheese in the center of each ball. Fold the meat mixture over the mozzarella ball so that it’s in the middle and the meat is covering it altogether. COOK: Afterward, sit the meatballs on the baking sheet leaving a couple of inches between each one. Then bake for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF. SERVE: Finally, remove from the oven and serve with pasta, marinara sauce, or your favorite side dish. WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love meatball sandwiches then you’ll love our Meatball Stuffed Biscuits. They are the perfect appetizer for parties and game days. They are super easy to make, and therefore also an ideal weeknight dinner. Andrea says…. You cannot beat mozzarella stuffed meatballs. These are good with anything you’d usually put a meatball on. We like to serve them with marinara sauce and this easy green greek salad recipe. Recipe Tips Follow these tips to make the best mozzarella meatballs. Tip: Do not overmix meatball ingredients, or otherwise your meatballs will be tough. Tip: The meat mixture will be sticky. We therefore recommend wearing gloves or slightly oiling your hands.Tip: Make sure your meatballs are all approximately the same size. That way they cook evenly. A cookie scoop helps keeping meatball sizes equal. What To Serve With Easy Mozzarella Cheese Stuffed Meatballs We love to eat cheese-stuffed meatballs all by themselves. But sometimes you need to serve them as a meal. Try one of these delicious recipes: Bread: Serve this easy mozzarella meatball recipe with crusty bread or soft dinner rolls. Our Garlic Bread is made with fresh parmesan cheese and store-bought french bread. If you have extra time make Pizza Dough Garlic Knots. Salad: Pair these yummy meatballs with a fresh salad. A green salad like our amazing Italian Salad or Strawberry Avocado Salad. Or even a Caprese Salad with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. Sides: Traditionally, gooey mozzarella cheese meatballs are served on a bed of pasta (or zucchini noodles) with pasta sauce. Our homemade marinara sauce is the perfect addition to these beef and pork meatballs. Garlic French Bread The Best Marinara Sauce Easy Italian Salad Recipe With Homemade Salad Dressing Pizza Dough Garlic Knots Recipe More Meatball Recipes If you love meatballs, then you have to try our other amazing homemade meatball recipes. No matter if you want to try chicken, turkey, Italian or air fryer meatballs, we have got you covered. Chicken Parmesan Meatballs The Best Air Fryer Meatballs The Best Italian Meatballs Turkey Meatballs with Spinach How To Use Meatballs You can use these scrumptious cheesy meatball directly to make delicious Fettuccine Pesto, Meatball Sub Sandwiches, Meatball Calzones or Hawaiian Roll Meatball Sliders. However, these scrumptious recipes can also come in handy for using up leftovers: Easy Basil Pesto Pasta With Meatballs Easy Baked Cheesy Meatball Sub Sandwich Meatball Calzones Hawaiian Roll Meatball Sliders How To Store Refrigerate: Let your cheese stuffed meatballs cool completely. Afterwards, you can refrigerate them in an airtight container or ziploc bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze: If you plan to freeze the meatballs before eating, undercook them slightly. Then let them cool completely before you transfer them to a freezer safe sealed container or freezer bag. Freeze them for up to 3 months. After they’re defrosted, cook them thoroughly, testing the internal temperature to make sure they’re 165°F. Defrosting: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. How To Reheat You can warm fully cooked leftover mozzarella stuffed meatballs in the microwave or in the oven until heated through. Common Questions Is it better to bake meatballs or fry? Baking meatballs doesn’t require oil or butter and you don’t have to constantly watch or stir them compared to frying. Frying can also lead to overcooked meatballs that may not be as tender, however, the cooking method is usually a personal preference. What is the secret to tender meatballs? To keep meatballs tender you want to be sure that you don’t overmix the meat mixture and you cook just until the internal temperature is 165 degrees. Can you freeze mozzarella stuffed meatballs? You can freeze the stuffed meatballs raw or after they have been cooked. However, if you are going to bake them and immediately freeze before eating, it’s best to undercook them slightly. 5 from 6 votes Easy Mozzarella Cheese Stuffed Meatballs Recipe Course Appetizer, Main Dish Cuisine American Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 15 minutes Total Time 35 minutes Print Pin Rate 24 meatballs These cheese stuffed meatballs are oozing with flavor and mozzarella that goes great with spaghetti or a marinara dipping sauce. Cook ModePrevent your screen from going dark Equipmentbaking sheet and parchment paperknife and cutting boardmixing bowlcookie scoop Ingredients 1x2x3x▢ ½ pound ground beef▢ ½ pound ground pork or pork sausage▢ ½ cup breadcrumbs▢ ¼ cup milk▢ 1 egg▢ 2 tablespoons parsley chopped▢ ¼ cup grated parmigiano reggiano cheese▢ ½ teaspoon salt▢ ½ teaspoon pepper▢ 6 cloves garlic minced▢ 24 mozzarella cubes 4 mozzarella string cheese sticks cut into 6 pieces each InstructionsPreheat the oven to 400°F. Place parchment paper on your baking sheet.Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a bowl. Let sit for 3-5 minutes to soften breadcrumbs. Add the rest of the ingredients to the bowl, except mozzarella. Mix together with your hands. Form 24 equal size meatballs. Add a piece of cheese to each meatball. Using your hands, make sure meat is surrounding the cheese. Roll in your hands to make a round, uniform shape. Place meatballs on your baking sheet. Cook for 15-18 minutes. Meatballs will be done when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from the oven and enjoy. Notes It can be helpful to use gloves or oil your hands before forming meatballs to prevent them from sticking to your hands. If you plan to freeze the meatballs before eating, undercook them. After they’re defrosted, cook them thoroughly, testing the internal temperature to make sure they’re 165°F. You can refrigerate meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. More Recipes You’ll Love: Easy Lasagna: Make quick lasagna with your favorite jar of marinara sauce. Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Bacon: This easy side dish is a delicious way to eat your veggies. Garlic French Bread: Buy a loaf of french bread and make it better with our cheesy garlic butter. Homemade Red Wine Marinara Sauce: This easy marinara sauce is bursting with flavor and pairs perfectly with these meatballs. Red Wine Sangria: Have a little sangria with your meal! Or try this delicious Fall Sangria recipe. Easy Dump and Bake Meatball Pasta Casserole: Use your leftover meatballs in this delicious pasta meal. NutritionCalories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 317mg | Potassium: 69mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 55IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg Did you create this? 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