{"id":152078,"date":"2025-04-12T16:23:42","date_gmt":"2025-04-12T21:23:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/?p=152078"},"modified":"2025-11-06T04:29:04","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T10:29:04","slug":"cheesy-ground-beef-balls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheesy Ground Beef Balls"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>My <strong>cheesy ground beef balls<\/strong> will have everyone coming back for more. These beef bites are loaded with jalapenos, onions, cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, and bold seasonings. Then, they&#8217;re coated in a seasoned panko breading infused with hot sauce for flavor and heat and deep fried until golden, crispy, and absolutely delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" fetchpriority=\"high\" data-pin-title=\"Cheesy Ground Beef Bites\" data-pin-description=\"Cheesy Ground Beef Bites are a delicious and tasty bite-size appetizer made with ground beef, diced jalapenos, onions, zesty seasonings, and cheddar cheese, coated in a crispy breading and deep fried to golden perfection..\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-03.jpg\" alt=\"White plates with deep fried ground beef balls on them with the title in text at the top.\" data-skip-lazy class=\"wp-image-152100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-03.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-03-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-03-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-03-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>I love bringing meatballs to parties and special occasions. They&#8217;re such a versatile <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/category\/appetizers\/\">appetizer<\/a>, and there&#8217;s a recipe perfect for any occasion. I make all kinds of tasty meatballs, like sweet and savory <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/pineapple-meatballs\/\">pineapple meatballs<\/a> and classic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/crock-pot-barbecue-meatballs\/\">slow cooker BBQ meatballs<\/a>. They&#8217;re so easy to make, and everyone always loves them, so they&#8217;re a go-to for me. Now, I&#8217;ve added these breaded meatballs to my arsenal, and let me tell you, they are fully loaded with flavor and texture. You&#8217;ll fall in love after one bite!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-you-ll-love-this-recipe\">Why You&#8217;ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Simple Ingredients: <\/strong>Like all my recipes, these meatballs are made with simple ingredients you can find in any grocery store.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Easy: <\/strong>These meatballs come together easily, and deep frying them is a breeze. It&#8217;s actually easier to cook them and keep their meatball shape than pan-frying!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tons of Flavor: <\/strong>The meatballs are seasoned with a bold blend of spices, and so is the breading. Every poppable bite just overflows with flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customizable:<\/strong> Make these cheesy ground beef balls as spicy or mild as you like, or add your favorite spices to create a tailor-made meatball.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"550\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-pin-description=\"Cheesy Ground Beef Bites are perfect for game night, brunch, lunch or a gathering with friends and family. This delicious appetizer dish is made with a zesty ground beef mixture and lots of cheese.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-06.jpg\" alt=\"A wood surface with white plates filled with crispy ground beef balls.\" class=\"wp-image-152101\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-06.jpg 825w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-06-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-06-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-06-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-06-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-06-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-06-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-06-560x373.jpg 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>Ground Beef Balls<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ground Beef: <\/strong>A good 85\/15 ground beef is perfect for meatballs that are tender, juicy, and flavorful but not greasy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jalapenos and White Onions: <\/strong>Diced jalapenos and white onions create a spicy flavor with a bite that has just a touch of aromatic sweetness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seasonings: <\/strong>A blend of Cajun seasoning, paprika, chili powder, garlic salt, and red pepper flakes gives these meatballs a big kick of flavor and the perfect heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sharp Cheddar and Cream Cheese: <\/strong>Sharp cheddar cheese and cream cheese give the meatballs a creamy, cheesy flavor and texture that is perfect with the beef.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Coating<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Flour: <\/strong>Flour ensures the rest of the coating sticks to the meatballs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buttermilk, Egg, and Hot sauce: <\/strong>This blend adds moisture to adhere the panko mix to the meatballs and adds a tangy, spicy flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Panko Mix: <\/strong>A mix of crushed panko, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes creates a crunchy, golden exterior with a ton of flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>See the recipe card at the end of the post for a full list of ingredients and their exact measurements. <\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-title=\"Ground Beef Bites\" data-pin-description=\"Cheesy Ground Beef Bites are the best appetizers that are flavorful and delicious with a little bit of a kick. This delightful dish is super simple to make and a big hit at any party.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-08.jpg\" alt=\"A wood surface with white plates with blue trim filled with cheesy ground beef balls on it with a small bowl of ranch dressing and diced cheese.\" class=\"wp-image-152102\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-08.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-08-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-08-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-08-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-flavor-variations\">Flavor Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meat: <\/strong>You can make these cheesy ground beef balls with ground chicken a turkey for a leaner result. You could also use a beef and pork combo, Italian sausage, or even chorizo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cheese: <\/strong>I used sharp cheddar, but any bold, melty cheese will work well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mild: <\/strong>Omit the jalapenos and red pepper flakes for a mild version.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Onion: <\/strong>Using yellow or sweet onions adds a sweet flavor that works well with the spicy notes in the meatballs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-instructions\">Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1: Cook the ground beef, onions, jalapenos, and meatball seasonings over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink and the vegetables are tender. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2: Let the beef mixture cool a bit, then mix in the cream cheese and sharp cheddar cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3: Roll the beef into balls, place them on a baking sheet, and flash freeze them for an hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4: Add flour to a shallow container. Then, whisk the buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce in another shallow container. Finally, mix the panko and breading seasonings in a third shallow container.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5: Preheat the oil in a large, heavy-bottom skillet over medium-high heat. While it preheats, roll each ball into the flour, then the egg mixture, and finally, the seasoned breadcrumbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6: Deep fry 6 to 8 balls until golden on all sides. Then, transfer them with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat until all the balls are cooked. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-title=\"Cheesy Ground Beef Balls\" data-pin-description=\"Cheesy Ground Beef Balls are cooked to golden perfection and served while hot, add your favorite toppings or side dishes to send this dish over the top with flavor and goodness.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-09.jpg\" alt=\"A cheesy ground beef ball being broken in half to show all the melty cheese.\" class=\"wp-image-152104\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-09.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-09-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-09-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-09-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hint\">Hint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to flash freeze the meatballs until they&#8217;re solid, so they hold their shape while they&#8217;re fried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-storage\">Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to a month in an airtight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag with as much air removed as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To reheat the balls, defrost them overnight in the fridge if frozen. Then, air fry them until crispy and heated through or microwave them at 1-minute intervals until heated through.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pairing-suggestions\">Pairing Suggestions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These spicy, cheesy, deep-fried meatballs are perfect with any of your favorite sauces. I love to serve them with BBQ sauce, ranch, salsa, ketchup, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/vegan-cheese-sauce-3\/\">cheese sauce<\/a>, and even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/easy-cranberry-sauce-recipe\/\">cranberry sauce<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"550\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-pin-description=\"Cheesy Ground Beef Balls are a flavorful and delicious, easy to make, bite-size appetizer recipe that only requires a few simple ingredients to make and can be served at brunch, lunch or dinner.  \" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-12.jpg\" alt=\"Three plates stacked with ground beef balls with a bite taken out of the one on top.\" class=\"wp-image-152105\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-12.jpg 825w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-12-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-12-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-12-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-12-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-12-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-12-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-12-560x373.jpg 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips\">Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stop cooking your beef as soon as it&#8217;s no longer pink. Overcooking beef makes it rubbery and tough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure your meatballs are frozen for at least an hour, so they hold their shape as they deep fry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give your meatballs a gentle shake in between dredges to ensure the perfect coating and a pretty, even coating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wash your hands thoroughly when handling hot peppers and NEVER touch your face.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To eliminate the tears when you dice your onion, place it in the fridge for about 30 minutes to an hour before cutting into it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"550\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-pin-description=\"Cheesy Ground Beef Balls are easy to make and loaded with a traditional ground beef mixture that is packed with spicy jalapenos, lots of gooey cheese, zesty seasonings, and deep fried to golden perfection.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-11.jpg\" alt=\"A close up photo of ground beef balls with a bite taken out of one of them.\" class=\"wp-image-152106\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-11.jpg 825w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-11-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-11-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-11-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-11-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-11-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-11-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-11-560x373.jpg 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1744049432245\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is flash freezing? <\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Flash freezing is the process of freezing food without a container. It&#8217;s usually employed in recipes to keep the food firm before adding another part of the recipe to it. It&#8217;s also used to freeze soft foods into specific shapes for storage or future serving.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1744049448242\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do you know when ground beef is cooked?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ground beef is fully cooked when it&#8217;s no longer pink.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1744049467066\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Why was my ground beef rubbery?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Rubbery ground beef is almost always the result of overcooking it. Many people take a more-is-more approach to cooking ground beef, unsure of when it&#8217;s fully cooked. However, ground beef is always fully cooked when it&#8217;s no longer pink. Cooking it any further makes it rubbery and dry.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1744049486026\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Why did my cheesy ground beef balls fall apart while frying them? <\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">These beef balls MUST be flash-frozen solid before deep frying. This keeps them from falling apart as the exterior fries.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1744049508837\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Why were my cheesy ground beef balls soggy? <\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The secret to a crispy fried coating is oil temperature. If the oil isn&#8217;t adequately pre-heated or if too much items are added to the oil, it will cool down too much. If the oil isn&#8217;t hot enough, it won&#8217;t immediately crisp the exterior of the coating. This allows the oil to seep into the coating rather than just cooking it, resulting in a soggy breading.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"1200\" data-pin-title=\"Spicy Cheesy Ground Beef Balls\" data-pin-description=\"Cheesy Ground Beef Balls are made with deliciously seasoned ground beef, jalapenos, onions, lots of cheese, and deep fried to crispy perfection. \" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-02.jpg\" alt=\"A double collage photo of deep fried ground beef balls on white plates with blue trim.\" class=\"wp-image-152108\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-02.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-02-150x300.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-02-413x825.jpg 413w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-02-360x720.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-02-180x360.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-02-560x1120.jpg 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-try-these-cheesy-ground-beef-balls\">Try These Cheesy Ground Beef Balls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These cheesy ground beef balls are meaty, cheesy, and full of zesty flavor and a kick of heat, and with their golden, crispy exterior, the combo is addictive! Give these a try, and I know you, your family, and your friends will fall in love with them. 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href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com%2Fcheesy-ground-beef-balls%2F&amp;media=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2Fcheesy-ground-beef-balls-15.jpg&amp;description=Cheesy+Ground+Beef+Balls&amp;is_video=false\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-recipe=\"152079\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls\/\" data-media=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-15.jpg\" data-description=\"Cheesy Ground Beef Balls\" data-repin=\"\" role=\"button\" style=\"color: #616161;background-color: #ffffff;border-color: #616161;border-radius: 3px;padding: 10px 5px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-pin wprm-recipe-link wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-pin-wide-button wprm-recipe-link-wide-button wprm-color-accent\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-pin-icon\"><svg width=\"17px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 17 20\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g transform=\"translate(-4.000000, -2.000000)\" fill=\"#616161\"><path d=\"M10.7636728,15.2276266 C10.2077317,17.980299 9.52955405,20.6201377 7.52087891,22 C6.90029349,17.8380815 8.43177606,14.7128228 9.14286352,11.3948064 C7.93107647,9.46487979 9.28860706,5.58269488 11.8449959,6.53943073 C14.9902356,7.71595725 9.12053185,13.7114236 13.0614843,14.4612976 C17.1752134,15.2429061 18.8547902,7.71125585 16.3042782,5.26182401 C12.6183769,1.72519235 5.57332202,5.18072478 6.43955583,10.2441376 C6.65111904,11.4829577 8.00277289,11.8578948 6.98021737,13.5668554 C4.62128758,13.0720325 3.91607687,11.3125318 4.00775427,8.9665309 C4.15349781,5.12783398 7.65604429,2.43980586 11.1691689,2.06721954 C15.6119964,1.59707907 19.7821423,3.61045562 20.3580644,7.56198625 C21.0056829,12.0224439 18.3529153,16.8531372 13.6009705,16.5052333 C12.313961,16.4100298 11.7732994,15.8070747 10.7636728,15.2276266\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Pin Recipe<\/a>\n    \n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-icon-shortcode wprm-icon-shortcode-separate wprm-align-center wprm-icon-decoration-line\" style=\"font-size: 24px;height: 24px;\"><div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#9e9e9e\"><g><path d=\"M12,0 C18.627,0 24,4.373 24,11 C24,19.406 18.646,24 18.646,24 L18.646,24 L5.354,24 C5.354,24 0,19.406 0,11 C0,4.373 5.373,0 12,0 Z M12,2 C6.206,2 2,5.785 2,11 C2,16.956 4.962,20.716 6.168,22 L6.168,22 L17.832,22 C19.032,20.724 22,16.962 22,11 C22,5.785 17.794,2 12,2 Z M15.4175,17.7983 C15.9697847,17.7983 16.4175,18.2460153 16.4175,18.7983 C16.4175,19.3111358 16.0314598,19.7338072 15.5341211,19.7915723 L15.4175,19.7983 L8.5825,19.7983 C8.03021525,19.7983 7.5825,19.3505847 7.5825,18.7983 C7.5825,18.2854642 7.96854019,17.8627928 8.46587887,17.8050277 L8.5825,17.7983 L15.4175,17.7983 Z M12,4.2544 C15.173,4.2544 17.746,6.8264 17.746,10.0004 C17.746,13.1734 15.173,15.7454 12,15.7454 C8.827,15.7454 6.254,13.1734 6.254,10.0004 C6.254,6.8264 8.827,4.2544 12,4.2544 Z M10.9999773,6.38993761 C9.41864646,6.82850486 8.254,8.28073633 8.254,10.0004 C8.254,12.0654 9.935,13.7454 12,13.7454 C14.065,13.7454 15.746,12.0654 15.746,10.0004 C15.746,8.28110051 14.5818468,6.82911997 13.0010273,6.39021638 L13,9.2962 C13,9.84848475 12.5522847,10.2962 12,10.2962 C11.4871642,10.2962 11.0644928,9.91015981 11.0067277,9.41282113 L11,9.2962 Z\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-none wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">35<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-custom-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">Flash Freeze <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">50<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-container-columns-spaced\">\n\t<div>\n    \t<div class=\"wprm-icon-shortcode wprm-icon-shortcode-separate wprm-align-center wprm-icon-decoration-line\" style=\"font-size: 24px;height: 24px;\"><div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#9e9e9e\"><path d=\"M19.5441,12.0586 L17.8411,12.3146 L17.8411,14.0376 L17.8411,17.8606 L6.1591,17.8606 L6.1591,14.0376 L6.1591,12.3146 L4.4561,12.0586 C3.0331,11.8446 2.0001,10.6536 2.0001,9.2246 C2.0001,7.6626 3.2471,6.3876 4.7971,6.3406 C4.8651,6.3486 4.9351,6.3556 5.0051,6.3576 L6.3221,6.4136 L6.8931,5.2246 C7.8481,3.2356 9.8051,1.9996 12.0001,1.9996 C14.1951,1.9996 16.1521,3.2356 17.1071,5.2246 L17.6781,6.4136 L18.9951,6.3576 C19.0641,6.3556 19.1321,6.3486 19.2021,6.3406 C20.7531,6.3866 22.0001,7.6626 22.0001,9.2246 C22.0001,10.6536 20.9671,11.8446 19.5441,12.0586 L19.5441,12.0586 Z M6.1591,22.0006 L17.8411,22.0006 L17.8411,19.8606 L6.1591,19.8606 L6.1591,22.0006 Z M19.1141,4.3386 C19.0451,4.3386 18.9801,4.3566 18.9101,4.3596 C17.6741,1.7836 15.0491,-0.0004 12.0001,-0.0004 C8.9511,-0.0004 6.3261,1.7836 5.0901,4.3596 C5.0211,4.3566 4.9551,4.3386 4.8861,4.3386 C2.1881,4.3386 0.0001,6.5266 0.0001,9.2246 C0.0001,11.6736 1.8081,13.6836 4.1591,14.0376 L4.1591,22.3756 C4.1591,23.2696 4.8901,23.9996 5.7831,23.9996 L18.2171,23.9996 C19.1101,23.9996 19.8411,23.2696 19.8411,22.3756 L19.8411,14.0376 C22.1911,13.6836 24.0001,11.6736 24.0001,9.2246 C24.0001,6.5266 21.8131,4.3386 19.1141,4.3386 L19.1141,4.3386 Z\" id=\"Fill-1\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-none wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Appetizer<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">American<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div>\n        <div class=\"wprm-icon-shortcode wprm-icon-shortcode-separate wprm-align-center wprm-icon-decoration-line\" style=\"font-size: 24px;height: 24px;\"><div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#9e9e9e\"><path d=\"M15.9199,4.9443 L18.1399,2.7243 C18.5509,2.3133 19.0909,2.1083 19.6299,2.1083 C20.1699,2.1083 20.7099,2.3133 21.1209,2.7243 C21.9429,3.5473 21.9419,4.8843 21.1209,5.7073 L18.9019,7.9253 C18.0799,8.7483 16.7419,8.7483 15.9199,7.9253 C15.0979,7.1033 15.0979,5.7663 15.9199,4.9443 M23.5529,22.1383 L13.3369,11.9233 L15.3109,9.9493 C15.9559,10.3353 16.6809,10.5413 17.4109,10.5413 C18.4629,10.5413 19.5159,10.1403 20.3159,9.3403 L22.5349,7.1213 C24.1369,5.5183 24.1369,2.9123 22.5349,1.3103 C21.7599,0.5343 20.7279,0.1073 19.6299,0.1073 C18.5329,0.1073 17.5019,0.5343 16.7259,1.3103 L14.5059,3.5303 C13.7299,4.3063 13.3029,5.3383 13.3029,6.4343 C13.3029,7.1883 13.5179,7.9053 13.8959,8.5363 L11.9229,10.5083 L9.9489,8.5353 C10.8909,6.9593 10.6959,4.8863 9.3399,3.5303 L6.1039,0.2933 C5.7129,-0.0977 5.0799,-0.0977 4.6899,0.2933 C4.2989,0.6833 4.2989,1.3163 4.6899,1.7073 L7.9259,4.9443 C8.4909,5.5093 8.6579,6.3153 8.4459,7.0323 L3.6539,2.2403 C3.2639,1.8493 2.6309,1.8493 2.2399,2.2403 C1.8499,2.6313 1.8499,3.2633 2.2399,3.6543 L7.0319,8.4463 C6.3149,8.6583 5.5089,8.4913 4.9429,7.9253 L1.7069,4.6893 C1.3159,4.2983 0.6839,4.2983 0.2929,4.6893 C-0.0981,5.0803 -0.0981,5.7133 0.2929,6.1033 L3.5289,9.3403 C4.3309,10.1403 5.3829,10.5413 6.4349,10.5413 C7.1649,10.5413 7.8899,10.3353 8.5349,9.9493 L10.5089,11.9233 L0.2929,22.1383 C-0.0981,22.5293 -0.0981,23.1623 0.2929,23.5523 C0.4879,23.7483 0.7439,23.8453 0.9999,23.8453 C1.2559,23.8453 1.5119,23.7483 1.7069,23.5523 L11.9229,13.3373 L22.1389,23.5523 C22.3339,23.7483 22.5899,23.8453 22.8459,23.8453 C23.1019,23.8453 23.3569,23.7483 23.5529,23.5523 C23.9429,23.1623 23.9429,22.5293 23.5529,22.1383\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-none wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-152079 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"152079\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">42<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">Balls<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-nutrition-container wprm-recipe-calories-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">143<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"recipe-152079-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-152079-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"152079\" data-servings=\"42\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line wprm-header-has-actions wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Ingredients<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div>&nbsp;&nbsp;<div class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-container wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-152079-container wprm-toggle-container wprm-toggle-buttons-container wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"--wprm-toggle-button-accent: #616161;\"><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle wprm-toggle-active\" data-multiplier=\"1\" data-servings=\"42\" data-recipe=\"152079\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 1x\">1x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"2\" data-servings=\"42\" data-recipe=\"152079\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 2x\">2x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"3\" data-servings=\"42\" data-recipe=\"152079\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 3x\">3x<\/button><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-faded\">Ground Beef Balls<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">pounds<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/all-natural-85-15-ground-beef-1lb-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-13288295&#038;aflt=plt?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">ground beef<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">jalape\u00f1os,<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">diced<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">white onion,<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">diced<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/ground-black-pepper-3oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77585121?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">black pepper<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Slap Ya Mama seasoning<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/ground-paprika-2-12oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77587875?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">paprika<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/chili-powder-2-5oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77574730?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">chili powder<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/garlic-salt-5-25oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77585120?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">garlic salt<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/organic-red-pepper-1-3oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77616541?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">red pepper flakes<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"24\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">8<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounce<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/philadelphia-original-cream-cheese-8oz\/-\/A-12958523?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">cream cheese<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/tillamook-sharp-cheddar-cheese-loaf-8oz\/-\/A-52252287?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">sharp cheddar cheese,<\/a><\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">diced small<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-faded\">Crispy Coating<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/unbleached-all-purpose-flour-5lbs-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77640693?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">all purpose flour<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/vital-farms-pasture-raised-grade-a-large-eggs-12ct\/-\/A-18783617?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">large egg<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/tuscan-reduced-fat-cultured-buttermilk-1qt\/-\/A-82284746?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">buttermilk<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/aleppo-pepper-38-roasted-garlic-hot-sauce-5-85oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-84115960?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">hot sauce<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">panko breadcrumbs,<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">crushed<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Slap Ya Mama seasoning<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/garlic-powder-3-12oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77585075?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">garlic powder<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"18\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/ground-paprika-2-12oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77587875?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">paprika<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"19\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/ground-black-pepper-3oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77585121?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">black pepper<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"20\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/organic-red-pepper-1-3oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77616541?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">red pepper flakes<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"21\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1-2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/vegetable-oil-48oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-78376311?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">vegetable oil,<\/a><\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">for frying<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-152079-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-152079-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"152079\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Instructions<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div>&nbsp;<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large skillet add ground beef, jalapenos, onions, and the seasonings for the beef balls. Cook over medium heat until the beef is cooked and no longer pink and the onions and peppers are tender. Drain.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Add beef mixture to a large bowl. Once the mixture has cooled a bit, add cream cheese, and sharp cheddar.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Flash freeze for an hour.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">While the beef balls are in the freezer, set up a dredging station with 3 shallow containers.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">In the first container, add flour.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">The second container, add buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce. Whisk together.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">In the third container add breadcrumbs and all the seasonings for the coating.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Heat oil over medium high heat.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-9\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Add each ball into the flour, then into the egg mixture, and then into the breadcrumb mixture.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-10\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Place about 6-8 balls into the hot oil and deep fry until golden on all sides.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-11\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a plate lined with paper towels.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-12\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Make sure to work in batches so the oil keeps the perfect temperature.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-152079-step-0-13\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-152079-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line\" style=\"\">Notes<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- wp:list --><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item --><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<li>Stop cooking your beef as soon as it&#8217;s no longer pink. Overcooking beef makes it rubbery and tough.<\/li>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<li>Make sure your meatballs are frozen for at least an hour, so they hold their shape as they deep fry.<\/li>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<li>Give your meatballs a gentle shake in between dredges to ensure the perfect coating and a pretty, even coating.<\/li>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<li>Wash your hands thoroughly when handling hot peppers and NEVER touch your face.<\/li>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<li>To eliminate the tears when you dice your onion, place it in the fridge for about 30 minutes to an hour before cutting into it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">\u00a0<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div>Nutritional values are approximate.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>Please note that these values can change with different brands and any modifications made to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-152079-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line\" style=\"\">Nutrition<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-grouped wprm-block-text-normal wprm-nutrition-label-container-grouped-text\" style=\"text-align: left;column-gap: 10px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">143<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">24<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">135<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">91<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">205<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container 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beef mixture that is formed into bite size balls deep fried to perfection, and served hot as an appetizer or main dish.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-01.jpg\" alt=\"A three collage photo of cheesy  ground beef balls with the title of the recipe at the top in text.\" class=\"wp-image-152111\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-01.jpg 504w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-01-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-01-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-01-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cheesy-ground-beef-balls-01-360x360.jpg 360w, 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