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6. Cool slightly and serve: Let them sit for 2 minutes so the cheese sets a bit. Plate with a drizzle of “bloody” marinara or serve with toothpicks for party bites!

Monster Eyeball Meatballs (Air Fryer)

These spooky Air Fryer Monster Eyeball Meatballs are perfect for Halloween! Juicy inside, cheesy in the middle, and a creepy olive “eye” on top.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings: 12 meatballs
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 85/15
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 12 mini mozzarella balls
  • 6 black olives sliced
  • Olive oil spray

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Shape meat around mozzarella balls and seal tightly.
  4. Press a slice of olive on top of each meatball.
  5. Spray air fryer basket and arrange meatballs in a single layer.
  6. Air fry at 380°F for 10–12 minutes, until cooked through (160°F).
  7. Cool for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use turkey for a lighter version.
  • Gluten-free? Sub almond flour for breadcrumbs.
  • Freeze uncooked meatballs for easy party prep.
Estimated Calories: 120 per meatball
(Automated nutrition info, accuracy not guaranteed.)