Description
Reuben Balls with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce take the classic flavors of a Reuben sandwich and transform them into crispy, bite-sized snacks. Perfect for parties or game day, these savory morsels are filled with ground beef, Swiss cheese, and tangy sauerkraut, served alongside a zesty dipping sauce that adds an irresistible kick. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving something delicious, these delightful bites will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup drained sauerkraut
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- ¼ cup finely chopped pickles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, breadcrumbs, and eggs. Mix well until fully combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- For the dipping sauce, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, and chopped pickles in a bowl until well combined.
- Serve the Reuben Balls warm with the dipping sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Reuben Ball (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg