Name: Buffalo Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter; 1/4 cup Louisiana Hot Sauce; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 1/2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar; 3/4 teaspoon granulated garlic; 3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 pound ground beef; 1/4 cup steak rub; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional for garnish); Ranch or Blue Cheese Dressing for serving

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Buffalo meatballs are a classic party appetizer that is easy to grill and always a hit. This version uses ground beef, steak rub and a quick homemade Buffalo sauce.

Buffalo meatballs are a great appetizer for parties because they are easy to make ahead. Serve warm or at room temperature with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Why You Will Love these Buffalo Meatball Appetizers

Easy Grilling Appetizer: Make these delicious ground beef meatballs on the grill for the most amazing flavor and texture. The Buffalo sauce takes these meatballs to a new level of spicy deliciousness.
Bite-Sized for Parties: Meatballs are the perfect one bite appetizer that is easy to make ahead and serve on a platter for a crowd.
Spicy Meatballs: These ground beef meatballs are have just the right amount of spicy flavors without being too hot.

Ingredients Needed

Butter
Louisiana Hot Sauce
Honey
Apple Cider Vinegar
Granulated Garlic
Smoked Paprika
Ground Beef
Steak Rub
Ranch Dressing or Blue Cheese Dressing for Serving.

Step-By-Step Directions for Grilling Buffalo Meatballs

Collage: Ingredients, bowl of buffalo sauce.

Make the Buffalo Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine butter, hot sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, garlic and smoked paprika. Cook over medium heat, whisking until sauce is heated through and honey is melted. Remove from heat and set aside.

Collage mixing ground beef with steak rub for meatballs.

Mix the Meatballs: Add ground beef and steak rub to a bowl. Mix well using your hands or a wooden spoon.

Making ground beef meatballs on a grill with Buffalo sauce.

Make the Meatballs: Use a medium cookie scoop or soup spoon to make 1 1/2 inch meatballs. Place on a grill pan. Spoon Buffalo sauce over the meatballs.
Grill the Meatballs: Place grill pan over indirect fire and cook with the grill closed for 8 – 10 minutes. Brush with additional sauce and continue to cook until meatballs reach 165° using a digital meat thermometer.

Platter of meatballs with ranch dressing in a bowl.

Serve: Place meatballs on a platter with appetizer picks and a bowl of ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing.

How to Store and Reheat

Storage: Store leftover meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 4 days. Freeze in a freezer safe container up to 3 months.
Reheat: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Place meatballs on the lined baking sheet, cooking at 350° for 10- 15 minutes.

More Delicious Meatball Appetizers to Try

Cheddar Stuffed Meatballs are a huge hit for any family gathering or party. These meatballs are the perfect flavor combination with melted cheese, ground beef and our favorite dry rub.
Peach BBQ Meatballs are something out of the ordinary to add to any appetizer menu or serve them for dinner for a family favorite.
Orange Ginger Meatballs have a great flavor combination that really comes to life on the grill. A sweet and spicy combo that is completely irresistible.

Buffalo Meatball dipping into ranch dressing.

Buffalo Meatballs are a comforting and delicious addition to your next appetizer spread or serve them as a main course that everyone is sure to love.

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Platter of meatballs with Buffalo sauce.

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