Sweet and Spicy Bacon Wrapped Meatballs are sweetened with brown sugar and spiced up with chili powder. There is no reason for the bacon, other than it's perfect!
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I remember when we first moved to Panama City, from Alabama when I was a teenager. I would tag along with mother as she went grocery shopping. We always ended up at Food World, because that is where we shopped at when we lived in Alabama. However, not too long after we moved here, it shut down. We were left with only a Winn Dixie and a Publix. At the time I had only been in a Publix once, and that was to shop with my mother for my grandmother's groceries. That one time was enough to give me the impression that Publix was for the fancy rich people. It was bright, the fruits looked perfect, and you could see perfectly inside the meat department where they were cutting up steaks and pork chops. I'm not saying that Food World was for the poor people, it just didn't seem to have all the bells and whistles. And the baggers certainly didn't offer to take your cart to your car!
Time past by and we started shopping at Winn Dixie. I had Kayla, and at the time I qualified for WIC. We ended up going to Publix, because the cashiers looked at you with horror on their faces if they had to do a WIC transaction at WD. The first few times I certainly felt out of place. However, I kept going back because the atmosphere and the friendly employees couldn't be beat. As time past and Kayla got older, we would hit up the deli and bakery, because they like and want to give kids samples and cookies. For a toddler, a slice of cheese and ham, plus a cookie is a meal for them. It kept her occupied while we grocery shopped, and to be honest, the rest is history! Publix became the go-to grocery store for us.
So, where does that yummy recipe come into play? Well, if you shop at Publix, then I know you're aware of the Apron Meals. I don't think I've ever tried a meal there that I didn't love, end up with the recipe card, and made at home at some point. That is where this recipe comes in. A couple of months ago Zack and I were in Publix grabbing something we were out of, and they had a Chili-Bacon Meatball to sample. (love the lady at our Apron station!) We went home and made them for dinner that night! They are that tasty. As I was editing these photos, Kelsie said "that's those yummy meatballs, we need to have again." They are simple, tasty, and perfect for dinner, a snack at your next tailgate, or munchie at a party!
Sweet and Spicy Bacon Wrapped Meatballs
24 frozen Italian-style fully cooked meatballs
8 slices of bacon
½ cup brown sugar
1 ½ tablespoons chili powder
Ingredients
- 24 frozen Italian-style fully cooked meatballs
- 8 slices of bacon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Combine the brown sugar and chili powder in a bowl, set aside.
- Cut the bacon into 3 equal pieces.
- Wrap a bacon piece around a meatball, secure with a toothpick.
- Roll in the brown sugar chili mix to coat all sides.
- Set on the foil lined baking sheet.
- Repeat with the remaining.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and the meatballs are hot all the way through.
- Allow to set 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
24Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 47Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 112mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 4gProtein: 2g
What kitchen essentials did I use to make this dish possible?
- Prepworks by Progressive Snap Fit Measuring Spoons – Set of 5
- Hudson Essentials Stainless Steel Measuring Cups Set – 6 Piece stackable with spout
- Wilton 3 – Piece Cookie/Baking Sheet Set
- Reynolds Wrap Non-Stick Foil
- Rachael Ray Cucina Cutlery 2-Piece Japanese Stainless Steel Santoku Knife Set with Acacia Handles
- CounterArt Flexible Cutting Mat with Food Icons, Set of 4
- Winco Utility Tong with Rubber Tip and Locking Clip
Lisa @ Fun Money Mom
Yumm...these sound delish! I know everyone in my family would eat these!!!
Joanna
Thanks Lisa! Y'all enjoy!
Laurie
Joanna, These look marvelous! Thank you for sharing your recipe with us at Brag About It! FB, pin and tweeted to share!
Have a great week!
~Laurie
Joanna
Thanks Laurie!
Tanya
Thank you for the recipe, Joanna! I cooked these delicious meatballs for our friends reunion. The were the stars of the dinner!
Joanna
Your welcome Tanya! I'm so glad that y'all enjoyed them. 🙂
Nicole
That looks so good!
Joanna
Thanks Nicole!
Jess
OH MAN...these sound amazing!!
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
Joanna
Thank you Jess!
Louise Fairweather
I love the sound of these. #cookblogshare
Joanna
Thanks Louise!
tentimestea
I loved reading about the different personalities of the grocery stores. I feel like grocery stores where I live aren't as exciting or characteristically distinct (well, some are small and some are big, but that is about all). Those sample stations sound quite fun, and like they're the source of many good recipes! These certainly sound delicious 🙂
Joanna
I am like that about different things like that as well. I know I'm that way about Whole Foods, since they are all a bit different; we stop in at one at every place we visit, just to check it out.
Kirsty Hijacked By Twins
Oooh these sound good! The hubby would love them. Thank you for sharing with #CookBlogShare x
Joanna
Thanks Kirsty!
Miz Helen
The flavor of these Meatballs will be fantastic, thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday!
Miz Helen
Joanna
They are fantastic! You'll love them!
Kim
Wow!!! These look amazing! I am pinning these to try soon! What a wonderful appetizer they will make!! #HomeMattersParty
Joanna
Thanks so much Kim!
Theresa @DearCreatives
These sound so yummy! Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & shared. See you again soon!
Joanna
Thanks Theresa!
Angie | fiestafriday.net
These meatballs sound so delicious! I have to show them to my husband even though I know by doing that, I will end up having to make them ? But then I'll be enjoying them, too, so it would a win win actually. Thanks for sharing at Fiesta Friday.
Joanna
Y'all will love them Angie! Enjoy!!
Debra @ Bowl Me Over
These look just delicious - the perfect appetizer! Wanted to pop by and let you know I'm featuring your recipe this week for #foodieFriDIY! Come link up another lovely reciep, yum!!
Joanna
Thanks so much Debra!!