These baked Italian meatballs deliver big comfort with minimal effort. Made with pantry staples and baked instead of fried, they come out tender, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl and combine until evenly blended.
Shape the mixture into meatballs, using about 1 ½ tablespoons per ball. A cookie scoop or spoon works well for consistent sizing. Arrange the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 16–20 minutes, until the meatballs are fully cooked and reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees. Serve on their own, toss with your favorite sauce, or pair with pasta such as spaghetti.
Notes
Using 1 pound of ground beef yields approximately 15 meatballs.
The recipe can be doubled easily if you need a larger batch.