Egg-free AIP/Paleo Breakfast Meatballs

These Egg-free AIP/Paleo Breakfast Meatballs are both savory and sweet! They’re juicy, veggie-packed, and a quick and easy breakfast that’s also dairy-free, gluten-free and grain-free.

If you’re struggling to figure out what to eat for breakfast on the Paleo Autoimmune Protocol (AIP diet), these sweet and savory Egg-free AIP/Paleo Breakfast Meatballs are the perfect choice!

These paleo meatballs combine meat protein with complex carbohydrates and lots of veggies for a nourishing and well-balanced egg-free AIP breakfast.

The sweetness from the apples and sweet potatoes is perfectly balanced with a savory blend of herbs and ground meat. The complex flavor profile with notes of sage reminds me of stuffing and is so delicious! These oven-baked, eggless meatballs are tender with a slight outer crisp and the perfect amount of moisture without any binders.

you’ll love these breakfast meatballs because they’re:

• Allergy-friendly and gluten-free – this recipe is free of the top 9 allergens and these AIP/paleo meatballs bind without eggs, milk, breadcrumbs or any other grains, flours or dairy products.
• Sweet AND savory, so you don’t have to choose!
• Filled with hidden veggies for kid-friendly meatballs that everyone will love.
• Versatile and can be enjoyed as a snack, for dinner, or lunch.
• Freezer-friendly and great for easy AIP meal prep.
• A quick and easy sheet pan breakfast ready in 30 minutes.

What you’ll need to make this egg-free, AIP/Paleo meatball recipe

• ground turkey or ground chicken – I also think this would taste amazing with ground pork!
• olive oil and sea salt
• apples – use any variety you’d like. First peel the apples, then shred with a grater or food processor.
• yellow onions and celery – diced
• sweet potatoes – choose white or orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, or any other variety. Peel them first, then shred with a grater or food processor.
• cremini mushrooms – or substitute with any other type of mushroom.
• herb seasonings – I used a combination of dried rosemary, dried oregano, dried thyme and fresh sage. I’m a sucker for fresh sage, but if you only have dried sage on hand you can use that as well. I recommend using about 1 tsp. In general, dried herbs are more concentrated so you’d use less if substituting for their fresh counterparts.

how to make sheet pan egg-free breakfast meatballs

Step 1: Prepare oven and baking sheet

First, preheat oven to 400F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make the meatballs

• Combine the ingredients in a bowl.
• Use your hands or a cookie scoop to shape the mixture into meatballs about 1-inch wide.

Step 3: Bake meatballs

• Finally, bake the meatballs for 20 minutes on the middle rack of the oven.
• Garnish with fresh herbs of your choice (optional).

Air Fryer Paleo Meatballs without Eggs

Making these sweet and savory AIP/Paleo Breakfast Meatballs in the air fryer couldn’t be easier!

• Preheat air fryer to 400F.
• Make the meatballs as described in the recipe card.
• Coat the basket with olive oil and add meatballs in an even layer. Work in batches if necessary to avoid crowding.
• Air fry for about 10 minutes or until cooked through, shaking the basket or turning the meatballs once at the halfway mark.

how to serve these egg-free, dairy-free and gluten-free baked meatballs

These savory sweet potato meatballs are so versatile and can be enjoyed in many ways. For example:

• As an easy egg-free AIP breakfast – Meal prep/make these meatballs ahead for a quick weekday breakfast-to-go option. They’d pair nicely with fresh fruit like this Avocado Grapefruit Salad for weekend brunch.
• As a hearty meatball sandwich with Sweet Potato Tortillas or Cassava Wraps.
• As an AIP snack or appetizer – Have these on their own or stick them with toothpicks and serve with a dipping sauce like this Wild Leek Pesto.
• As a main dish – Pair these meatballs with leafy greens and veggie sides like Herbed Cauliflower Salad or these Sautéed Veggies with Pears and Chives, and grain substitutes like cauliflower rice or cassava orzo .

Tips for Easy Meal Prep

• Prepare these meatballs in advance, like on a Sunday for the week ahead.
• Make a double batch and store half in the fridge and the rest in the freezer.
  • Keep some in the fridge for a grab-and-go AIP breakfast option during the week.
  • Freeze meatballs either pre-cooked or after baking them so you always have an AIP compliant meal on hand.
  • If storing a large number of meatballs in one freezer-safe container or bag, layer and separate with parchment paper.
• Defrost before baking or reheating.
• Vacuum seal the meatballs so they last even longer in the fridge or freezer.

FAQs

Can I make these meatballs with another type of ground meat?

Yes! Try with ground turkey, ground chicken, ground pork, or a combination of them. Keep in mind that the baking times may vary. Ensure the meatballs are cooked through.

How do I store these breakfast meatballs?

Store in the fridge in a sealed container for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a pan on the stovetop.

Can I freeze these meatballs?

Yes, freeze the meatballs either pre-baked or cooked in a resealable container. Place in even layers separated by parchment paper if storing a large amount in one container or resealable bag. Defrost, then bake or reheat.

You’ll love these other easy, egg-free AIP/paleo breakfast recipes:

• AIP Sweet Potato Hash with Bacon and Kale (Paleo, Egg-Free)
• Stuffed Sweet Potato Cakes
• Salted Cod in Coconut Milk
• Meatloaf Muffins
• Vegan Paleo Pumpkin Spice Pancakes paired with Maple Breakfast Sausages

Try these other grain-free, dairy-free and egg-free meatball recipes:

• Paleo Honey Garlic Meatballs (AIP)
• Ginger-Cilantro Pork Meatballs
• Chicken Meatballs in Creamy Mushroom Sauce
• Moroccan-inspired Lamb Meatballs

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