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    Allianna's Kitchen » Meals » Appetizers

    Published: Nov 3, 2021 by Allianna Moximchalk · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

    BBQ Bacon Meatballs (Whole30, AIP Option)

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    These BBQ bacon meatballs are quick, delicious and make for a fun dinner option! This recipe is naturally Whole30 friendly and can be made AIP friendly. We like to make these for a fun date night and also use them as a paleo appetizer!

    whole30 bbq meatballs

    Bacon BBQ meatballs ingredients: 

    For the meatballs:

    • Ground beef–I love Butcher Box, they send me a monthly supply of all of my favorite meats and seafoods. If you use my link HERE you can get free bacon for life. 
    • Ground pork-From Butcher Box.
    • Bacon-from Butcher Box. 
    • Cassava flour-I like Otto’s, it is my favorite and go to!
    • Egg-To bind the meatballs. 
    • Spices-To season.

    bacon bbq meatball ingredients in bowls

    For the paleo bbq sauce:

    • Dates-Dates are what I like to call paleo candy! They are super sweet and will sweeten just about anything. Make sure to remove the pit!
    • Apple cider vinegar-To add a nice kick. 
    • Steak sauce-For flavoring. 
    • Tomato paste and sauce-You can use the nomato substitute here to substitute. 
    • Spices-To taste.
    • Dijon mustard-For added flavor. Omit for AIP.

    paleo bbq sauce ingredients in a bowl

    How to make:

    For the meatballs:

    • First preheat the oven to 350. Place all meatball ingredients in a bowl aside from the bacon and mix throughout. Divide the meatballs into 12 meatballs. Then roll the bacon over top and put the seam at the bottom of the pan. Bake for 30 minutes. 
    how to make bbq bacon meatballs step by step photos
    For the BBQ sauce:
    • While the meatballs are baking, place all sauce ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Then, place in a small saucepan and heat up on medium to low heat. Once the meatballs are done, pour the paleo bbq sauce over the top of the meatballs. 

    how to make paleo bbq sauce step by step

    What should I garnish these meatballs with?

    • Serve with optional fresh chives or parsley. 

    Can I freeze these Whole30 meatballs?

    • Yes! Absolutely. I suggest freezing the meatballs in an airtight glass container and allowing them to cool before storing. Pour the sauce over the meatballs, then freeze. 

    meatballs on a baking sheet wrapped in bacon

    What should I serve these with?

    I love eating these meatballs as an appetizer, but you can also eat them as a meal and serve them with:

    • Whole30 potato salad
      Bacon wrapped asparagus with garlic aioli
    • Crispy mini potatoes with garlic aioli 
    • Whole30 coleslaw
    • Paleo pasta salad

    bacon bbq meatballs in a bowl

    If you like this recipe, you will LOVE my other Whole30 snacks:

    • Honey lemon pepper wings
    • Peanut butter and jelly wings
    • Keto crab cakes
    • Whole30 guacamole with pork belly
    If you enjoyed this recipe it would mean the world to me if you rated it and left a comment below. It helps others find it on google.

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    whole30 bbq meatballs

    BBQ Bacon Wrapped Meatballs

    Prep Time 20 minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes
    Servings 12 meatballs
    Author Allianna Moximchalk
    95kcal
    Cost $8
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    Equipment

    • high speed blender
    • Saucepan
    • baking sheet
    • Pastry Brush

    Ingredients

    For BBQ Sauce

    • 2 whole medjool dates pit removed
    • 1/3 cup water
    • 4 tbsp apple cider vinegar
    • 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce use coconut aminos for AIP
    • 1 cup tomato sauce substitute with nomato sauce for AIP
    • 1/3 cup tomato paste substitute with nomato sauce for AIP
    • 1 1/2 tsp paprika omit for AIP
    • 1 1/2 tsp onion powder
    • 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
    • 1 1/2 tsp dijon mustard omit for AIP
    • 1/4 tsp salt
    • 1/4 tsp black pepper omit for AIP

    For Meatballs:

    • 1 pound grass fed ground beef
    • 1/2 pound ground pork
    • 1 whole egg substitute with gelatin egg for AIP
    • 3 tbsp cassava flour can substitute almond flour
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1 tsp onion powder
    • 2 tsp italian seasoning
    • 1/4 tsp salt
    • 6 slices bacon cut in half

    Instructions

    For the BBQ Sauce:

    • Remove pit from both dates and place in a high speed blender with the rest of the ingredients. Once smooth transfer to a saucepan, bring to a boil, reduce heat, and allow to simmer for as long as you want for desired thickness and flavor.  

    For the Meatballs:

    • Preheat your oven to 350. Mix all of the ingredients, except bacon, in a large bowl with your hand to combine well. Roll into 12 meatballs. Cut the bacon slices in half and carefully wrap each one around a meatball, seam side down.  Bake for 30 minutes on a baking sheet.

    Notes

    If you enjoyed this recipe it would mean the world to me if you rated it and left a comment below. It helps others find it on google.
     
    Delicious, easy and fun whole30 friendly meal and snack!
    Serving: 1meatball | Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 419mg | Potassium: 235mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 242IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Lori says

      February 08, 2022 at 11:55 am

      5 stars
      These are really flavorful! These can be eaten on their own but would make a great meal as well!

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      • Allianna Moximchalk says

        February 08, 2022 at 12:00 pm

        Thanks for reviewing!

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