Glazed Cocktail Meatballs are the PERFECT Party Appetizer

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs (680g) ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
• 1/2 cup (50g) panko breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup (30g) finely chopped yellow onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for browning
• 1 cup (240ml) ketchup
• 1/2 cup (120ml) grape jelly (or cranberry sauce for a less sweet option)
• 1/4 cup (60ml) apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)