Description
Halloween Eyeball Meatballs are the perfect spooky appetizer to elevate your Halloween gathering. These meatballs are smothered in a tangy BBQ sauce, then topped with creamy mozzarella and black olives to create a ghoulish “eyeball” effect. Not only are they fun to look at, but they’re also incredibly easy to make, making them an ideal choice for busy hosts or last-minute party planners. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can serve up these creepy yet delicious bites that are sure to impress your guests. Whether you’re hosting a haunted house party or a family-friendly Halloween celebration, these meatballs will be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 frozen cooked meatballs
- 18 ounces BBQ sauce
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 can sliced black olives
- Wooden toothpicks
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine frozen cooked meatballs and BBQ sauce. Heat over medium-low for 15-20 minutes until heated through.
- Prepare the 'eyeballs' by separating the black olive slices.
- Transfer the heated meatballs to a serving platter.
- Top each meatball with a slice of mozzarella cheese, allowing it to soften slightly from the heat.
- Place one slice of black olive on each mozzarella round as the 'pupil.'
- Secure with a wooden toothpick through the olive, mozzarella, and into the meatball.
- Serve immediately while warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (3 meatballs)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg