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Spooky Monster Eye Meatballs: Easy Halloween Party Food

Welcome, dear friends, to a place where delicious meets delightfully spooky! Halloween is just around the corner, and these Spooky Monster Eye Meatballs with Bloody Marinara are the perfect festive dish  savory, saucy, and frightfully fun! Great for parties, kids, and anyone who loves playful Halloween treats.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 30-35 meatballs (6-8 servings) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup finely minced yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for browning)
  • 24–28 oz jar marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup pimento-stuffed green olives, sliced
  • 1 cup small fresh mozzarella balls (pearls or ciliegine)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, panko, egg, minced onion, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix lightly to avoid tough meatballs.
  2. Step 2: Roll into 1-inch balls (about 30–35). Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the meatballs on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Pour marinara sauce into the skillet, bring to a simmer, then return meatballs. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes until fully cooked.
  4. Step 4: Top each meatball with a mozzarella ball and an olive slice for the eyes. Cover briefly to soften the cheese.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with parsley and serve immediately for the full spooky effect!

Notes

For an extra spooky touch, drizzle a little black-colored marinara over the meatballs before serving. You can make these ahead and reheat before your Halloween party — just add the eyes at the end for best results!

  • Author: Megan
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (4-5 meatballs with sauce)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Halloween, spooky, meatballs, party food, fun recipes

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