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Whether you’re a football fanatic or you’re just in it for the halftime show, the Super Bowl is unavoidable. But let’s be honest, the real star of any Super Bowl party is always the Super Bowl appetizers. A platter of meatballs is the perfect finger food that’s easy to make and will leave you and your guests coming back for more bite-sized goodness. From the standard sweet and spicy meatballs to a buffalo chicken version stuffed with creamy blue cheese, these 14 delicious recipes will have you cheering for team meatball in no time.
14 tasty meatball recipes to upgrade your Super Bowl spread.
Chicken Parmesan Meatball Crostini
The best game-day eats are the snacky ones. These Chicken Parmesan Meatball Crostini Bites are cute, mini, and perfectly poppable, making them ideal for Super Bowl grazing. Think classic chicken parm flavors, but reinvented: juicy chicken meatballs, melty cheese, and marinara piled onto toasted whole-grain baguette slices instead of pasta. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Teriyaki Meatballs
Teriyaki — fun to say, even better to eat. These homemade teriyaki meatballs come together with fewer than 10 ingredients and are coated in a sticky, sweet-salty glaze made from a lighter, homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect as a Super Bowl appetizer or served over rice, noodles, or greens when you want to turn them into a meal. Easy, crowd-pleasing, and seriously glossy. (via Real Food Dietitians)
Sweet ‘n’ Spicy Meatballs
Save yourself some work and pick up a bag of frozen meatballs, since the star of this appetizer is the thick chili powder and brown sugar glaze. These only take a quick 20 minutes to make, so you and your guests will be chowing down well before kickoff. (via Pizzazzerie)
Bacon Wrapped Meatball
Game day calls for snacks that hit all the right notes — and these Sweet & Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Meatballs are just that. Juicy meatballs get swaddled in crispy bacon, then coated in a brown-sugar and chili-powder mix that caramelizes as they bake, giving you that crave-worthy balance of sweet, savory, and a hint of heat. Skewer ’em up with toothpicks for easy grab-and-go party eats that will vanish off the platter before the kickoff commercials even start. (The Gunny Sack)
Air-Fryer Brie-Stuffed Meatballs
These air-fryer cheese-stuffed meatballs are about to steal the Super Bowl snack spotlight (sorry, jelly crockpot meatballs). Each bite is packed with savory flavor and a gooey brie center that feels just a little fancy — in the best way. They’re easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and perfectly poppable, whether you’re hosting a full-blown watch party or setting out snacks for casual game-day grazing. (via Feel Good Foodie)
Thai Style Pork Meatballs
Made with lean ground pork and a hint of lemongrass and fish sauce to give it that unmistakable Thai flavor, these meatballs may even outshine the big game on TV. Whip up a quick and tasty dipping sauce and dig in. (via Leelalicious)
Chicken Feta Meatballs
These Chicken Feta Meatballs with tzatziki are light, herby, and packed with protein — ready in about 30 minutes. Ground chicken is mixed with mint and feta for classic Greek flavor, then paired with a cool, creamy dip. Serve them as an easy party bite, tuck them into flatbread for lunch, or add them to a mezze-style spread for effortless entertaining. (via Vikalinka)
Crockpot Meatballs With Grape Jelly Sauce
From scratch or straight from the freezer, these crowd-favorite meatballs always deliver. The magic combo of grape jelly and chili sauce creates that sweet-savory glaze fans go wild for — just make sure you’re using the right chili sauce. With nearly 4,000 five-star reviews, this is the no-fail Super Bowl appetizer that disappears before halftime. (via Culinary Hill)
Vegetarian Red Curry Meatballs
Add a bit of exotic flavor to your Super Bowl spread with this vegetarian version all your guests will go nuts for. Made with frozen breaded mushrooms, red curry paste and coconut milk, these meatballs couldn’t be easier to put together. Just cook the mushrooms per the package instructions, cover in the finger-lickin’ good sauce and serve. (via Brit + Co)
Spicy Apple-Glazed Meatballs
With a nice kick from cayenne pepper and a hint of sweetness thanks to the apple juice in the glaze, these bite-sized appetizers are the perfect combination of spicy and sweet. (via Better Homes and Gardens)
Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Meatballs
Now even the vegans can get in on the meatball action. Made with a chickpea base and ready in under an hour, these will be a hit with all your guests — even the die-hard meat eaters. Make a few extra and freeze for up to one month for a quick, protein-packed snack anytime the craving strikes. (via Minimalist Baker)
Meatball Sub on A Stick
Turkey meatballs and a can of breadsticks come together to make this drool-worthy meal on a stick. Add a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese and serve with warm marinara dipping sauce. These meatball subs are not just adorable — they’re absolutely delicious too. (via Cookies and Cups)
Broccoli Parmesan Meatballs
Sneak some veggies into your Super Bowl snack without anyone realizing it. Imitate the classic meaty texture with a secret ingredient… ground almonds! Combine the almonds with chopped broccoli and shredded parmesan cheese and roll into bite-sized balls. Bake in a muffin tin to help the meatballs keep their shape and get the perfect crispy crust. (via Oh My Veggies)
Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
These spicy buffalo meatballs are super tasty, especially when you discover the creamy blue cheese stashed in the middle. A simple almond flour coating makes these crunchy on the outside and completely gluten-free. Toss the browned meatballs in an easy-to-make buffalo sauce and bake while you try to distract yourself for the next several minutes. (via My Life Cookbook)
