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How Long to Bake Meatballs at 350

Tressa Jamil
Check out our tips and tricks for baking meatballs in the oven while answering the question how long to bake meatballs at 350 °F.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 254 kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
  
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ medium white onion, finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper, coarse ground
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
 
  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Then, combine the ingredients for the meatballs in a mixing bowl, careful not to over-mix. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350℉ (176℃). Remove the mixture from the refrigerator; roll it into 1-1½-inch balls and line them onto the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes (depending on the strength of your oven), flipping the meatballs halfway through.
  • Broil on high for 2 minutes, flip and broil for another 2 minutes. Let the meatballs rest for 10 minutes before serving, and enjoy!
Notes
Expert Tips: 
  • Increase the moisture in the meatballs by incorporating onions, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce. However, I recommend fine-dicing the vegetables so they don't cause the meatballs to come apart.
  • Eggs act as a natural binder, but you can include 1/4 cup of panko if you prefer firmer meatballs.
  • When combining the ingredients, avoid over-mixing, as this can result in tough meatballs. 
  • When baking meatballs at this temperature, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet. Placing them too close together causes them to release moisture, resulting in steamed meatballs instead of the golden-baked texture we are going for and a sloppy wet mess in the bottom of the baking dish. 
  • If you prefer a more golden and crispy exterior, broil the meatballs for 1-2 minutes after they have baked, but keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
  • Let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute and firm slightly.
Nutrition Disclosure:
  • The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 254 kcal | Carbohydrates: 3 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 15 g | Saturated Fat: 5 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g | Cholesterol: 328 mg | Sodium: 499 mg | Potassium: 153 mg | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin C: 3 mg | Calcium: 5 mg | Iron: 19 mg
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