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Halloween Mummy Meatballs

This dish features seasoned beef meatballs wrapped in crispy prosciutto to resemble cute, chaotic mummies. The meatballs are baked until golden and crispy, with googly eyes added for a playful Halloween presentation. The final dish combines tender, flavorful meat with a crunchy exterior and fun visual appeal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef preferably 80/20 for juiciness
  • ½ cup bread crumbs or cooked rice as a budget-friendly option
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground, adjust to taste
  • 4 slices prosciutto sliced thin, cut into strips for wrapping
  • for garnishing googly eyes or small cheese pieces for the mummy's eyes
  • neutral oil as needed for roasting

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper until evenly mixed. Avoid overmixing to keep the meat tender.
  3. Divide the meat mixture into 8 equal portions and roll each into a smooth, round meatball. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart.
  4. Wrap each meatball loosely with strips of prosciutto, creating a chaotic bandage effect that covers most of the surface while leaving a small opening for the eyes.
  5. Place the wrapped meatballs into the oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, until the prosciutto is crispy and the meatballs are cooked through, with a golden crust on top.
  6. Remove the meatballs from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Gently add googly eyes or small cheese pieces to each mummy’s face for a playful look.
  7. Serve the mummy meatballs warm, with extra sauce if desired, and watch for delighted reactions from your guests or family.

Notes

You can prepare the meat mixture in advance and refrigerate until ready to form into meatballs. For extra crunch, briefly broil the wrapped meatballs for a minute or two, watching closely to prevent burning. Use sliced cheese or edible eyes to customize the look easily.