Beef Treat Bites Snack (Printable version)
Protein-packed beef bites seasoned with smoked paprika and Worcestershire. Great for gatherings or easy snacking.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef
01 - 1.1 lbs lean ground beef
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Binding & Flavor
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
06 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1 tsp dried oregano
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
→ Finishing
11 - 1 tbsp olive oil
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined—do not overwork.
03 - Roll mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place on prepared baking sheet.
04 - Lightly brush tops with olive oil for extra browning.
05 - Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
06 - Let cool slightly and serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- They disappear faster than you can bake them so make double
- Perfect for meal prep and actually taste better the next day
02 -
- Overmixing the beef mixture is the number one mistake that turns these tender bites into tough little hockey pucks
- Letting them rest for even 3 minutes after baking makes a huge difference in texture and prevents them from falling apart
03 -
- Dampen your hands slightly before rolling to prevent the mixture from sticking to your palms
- Space them evenly on the baking sheet rather than crowding, or they'll steam instead of brown properly