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Egg-free AIP/Paleo Breakfast Meatballs

March 2, 2023 Modified March 16, 2023 By Nicole Charles 5 Comments
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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.

Rows of baked Egg-free AIP/Paleo Breakfast Meatballs on parchment paper.

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.
Ingredients in one glass bowl.

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).
Egg-free AIP/Paleo Breakfast Meatballs recipe ingredients
Pre-cooked meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Shaped meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

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 .
Baked Egg-free AIP/Paleo Breakfast Meatballs on parchment paper.

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

If you loved these Egg-free AIP/Paleo Breakfast Meatballs I would appreciate it if you would give it a rating and review. Be sure to snap a picture of the finished product and share it with me on Instagram by tagging @healmedelicious and using the hashtag #healmedelicious. 

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Rows of baked Egg-free AIP/Paleo Breakfast Meatballs on parchment paper.

Egg-free AIP/Paleo Breakfast Meatballs


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  • Author: Nicole Charles
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 22–25 meatballs 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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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, grain-free and gluten-free.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 lb ground turkey (or ground chicken)
  • 1 TBSP olive oil
  • 1.5 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 cup peeled and shredded apple (any variety)
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onions
  • 3/4 cup finely diced celery
  • 2 cups peeled and shredded sweet potato
  • 1 cup finely diced cremini mushrooms
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 TBSP fresh sage

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey with olive oil, sea salt, shredded apple, diced onions, diced celery, shredded sweet potato, diced mushrooms, rosemary, oregano, thyme, and sage.
  3. Using your hands or a cooke scoop, form mixture into meatballs about 1 inch wide.
  4. Place onto parchment paper.
  5. Bake on middle rack of oven for 20 minutes.
  6. Garnish with fresh oregano or other fresh herbs (optional).

 

 

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

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  1. Brit

    March 9, 2023 at 8:20 pm

    These were awesome and simple to make! My 16 month old allergy babe gobbled them up and he’s not easy to please these days. I cheated a little and used 1 TBSP Italian seasoning instead.

    ★★★★★

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  2. Cheryl Hanback

    March 9, 2023 at 11:56 am

    These are amazing. I’m eating them hot off the pan I didn’t think they would hold together but they sure did.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  3. Christi

    March 5, 2023 at 11:41 pm

    So juicy and filling!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  4. Kelly J Gonzales

    March 5, 2023 at 5:11 pm

    How many servings does this make?

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    • Nicole Charles

      March 17, 2023 at 2:27 pm

      Hi Kelly, the yield for all recipes is noted at the top of the recipe card 🙂

      Reply

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