How to Make Homemade Pizza Meatballs

Name: How to Make Homemade Pizza Meatballs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds ground beef (or ground turkey); 1 tsp garlic powder; 3 tablespoons chopped or grated onions; 1 tbso olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt (more or less to taste); 1/2 teaspoon black cracked pepper (more or less to taste); 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon oregano; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/4 cup almond flour or crushed pork rhinds (or ⅓ cup gluten free breadcrumbs); 1 large egg; 1/2 cup chopped regular or turkey pepperoni; 1/4 cup pizza sauce plus more for dipping (see notes for homemade, can also use store-bought); 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat); 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (or dairy free cheese (omit together if desired))

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:25min

My pizza meatballs are filled with pepperonis, pizza sauce, and onions. These juicy meatballs are like biting into your favorite pizza in meatball form! Packed with herbs and all those classic pizza flavors you crave, they're perfect for meal prep, family dinner or a social gathering. The best part? They're ready in under 30 minutes and will become your new favorite food without the guilt of traditional pizza crust.

Updated at: Sat, 30 Aug 2025 03:10:46 GMT