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Low Carb Bacon Cheddar Meatballs

A contemporary low-carb twist on classic comfort food, combining smoky bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and tender ground beef bound with almond flour.

Recipe Overview & Specs

Metric / Detail Value
Prep Time 15 minutes
Bake Time 18–23 minutes
Total Time ~35–40 minutes
Yield / Servings 4 servings
Oven Temperature 400°F / 200°C
Dietary Profile Low Carb, Keto-Friendly, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

Category Ingredient Quantity / Preparation
Meat Base Ground Beef 1 lb
Cheese & Bacon Cheddar Cheese ¾ cup shredded (divided: ½ cup for mixture, ¼ cup for topping)
Cooked Bacon ½ cup crumbled (divided: ¼ cup for mixture, ¼ cup for topping)
Binder Almond Flour ¼ cup
Large Egg 1
Flavoring Worcestershire Sauce 1 tbsp
Garlic Powder 1 tsp
Onion Powder 1 tsp
Salt & Black Pepper To taste

Instructions

1.Preheat Oven and Prep Pan :

Preheat your oven to 400°F / 200°C and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2.Mix the Meatball Base :

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ½ cup shredded cheddar, ¼ cup almond flour, egg, ¼ cup crumbled bacon, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.

3.Shape Meatballs :

Roll and shape the meat mixture into uniform 1.5-inch meatballs. Place them spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet.

4.Initial Bake :

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until cooked through.

5.Add Topping :

Remove the sheet pan from the oven. Top each meatball with the remaining ½ cup shredded cheddar and ¼ cup crumbled bacon.

6.Melt Cheese and Serve :

Return to the oven for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese topping is fully melted and bubbly. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped herbs if desired.

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