4 Ingredient Carnivore Meatballs

Carnivore meatballs are one of those recipes that I keep on repeat because they're just too easy not to make. You only need four ingredients, they hold together well, and they're baked in the oven so you're not babysitting a skillet. The combo of ground beef, pork rinds, cheddar, and eggs gives them a juicy bite with crispy edges and melty cheese throughout. I usually make a big batch and throw them in the fridge for snacks, lunches, or last-minute dinners when I don't feel like cooking… which, let's be real, is often.

How to Make 4 Ingredient Carnivore Meatballs

This recipe came together during one of those nights where I didn't want to think too hard about dinner but still wanted something that felt put together. I've tried a lot of meatball combos over the years, but this one stuck because the texture is solid, the flavor is rich, and it bakes up fast with barely any cleanup. No breadcrumbs, no fillers, just a handful of real ingredients that work.

The carnivore diet can get a little predictable-meat, eggs, repeat-so I'm always looking for ways to keep things interesting without stepping outside the guidelines. These carnivore meatballs bring a little variety to the table without relying on sauces or sides to make them enjoyable. They're satisfying on their own and easy to batch cook if you want to have something ready in the fridge.

I love sharing recipes like this because they make carnivore eating feel more doable long term. You don't have to get fancy or complicated to keep it enjoyable. Just a few tweaks to the basics, and suddenly you've got something that feels new again.

Ingredients You'll Need For This Recipe

• 2 lb ground beef
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• ¼ cup crushed pork rinds, unseasoned

Step By Step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the ingredients together in a large bowl.
3. Scoop into a ball with a cookie scoop and drop onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Bake for 10 minutes, then flip and bake for an additional 10 minutes for a no pink center.
5. Cool after removing from oven.

Tips and Tricks

1. Use a cookie scoop for even cooking – This makes portioning quick and keeps all the meatballs the same size so they bake evenly. No guessing, no surprise undercooked centers.

2. Shred your own cheddar – Pre-shredded cheese usually has anti-caking stuff added that can mess with the texture. A quick pass on the grater makes a big difference in how these hold together.

3. Don't skip the parchment paper – It keeps the meatballs from sticking and makes cleanup way easier. Plus, once the grease cools, it gels up and you can just toss the whole sheet.

I hope these carnivore meatballs make your weekly meal prep a little easier and a lot more enjoyable. If you give them a try, let me know how they turned out. I’d love to hear what you think! xoxo Olivia

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