Traeger Tailgating: Cheddar Jalapeno Moink Balls

Loaded with beefy goodness, then hit with the explosive flavor combination of jalapeno and cheddar, and then wrapped in bacon, grilled, and THEN smothered in tasty BBQ sauce, these moink balls are just layers of flavor stacked on layers of deliciousness. Sounds too good to be true? It's not. And with your Traeger, it's easy.

Cheddar Jalapeno Moink Balls

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20-25 minutes
Serves: 8-10 as an appetizer
Recommended Pellets: Hickory, Mesquite, Oak

INGREDIENTS:
1 lb ground beef (20% fat content at least)
3/4 cup unseasoned bread crumbs
2 eggs
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz sharp cheddar, shredded
2 jalapenos finely diced, ribs and seeds removed
1 teaspoon Traeger Beef Shake
1/2 lb bacon, cut in half
1 cup of Traeger Texas Spicy BBQ sauce

PREPARATION:

In a large bowl, combine the beef, bread crumbs, eggs, garlic, cheddar, jalapenos, salt and pepper.

Form the meat mixture into 1 inch balls.

Wrap each ball with a piece of bacon and secure with a toothpick.

When ready to cook, start the Traeger grill on Smoke with the lid open for 4-5 minutes to establish the fire. Close the lid and turn the temperature setting up to 325 degrees F. Allow the grill to preheat for 10-15 minutes.

Place the moink balls directly on the grill grate and cook for 20 minutes. 

Cover with BBQ sauce and grill for an additional 5 minutes to set the sauce.

Remove from the grill and serve immediately.

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