Who said Halloween treats have to be scary for your points? These little “bat bites” are juicy, cheesy meatballs that fit perfectly into your WW plan — crispy outside, tender inside, and totally guilt-free.
You can air-fry or pan-fry them, decorate for fun, and serve with a “bloody” sugar-free marinara dip!
🍗 Ingredients (makes about 16 meatballs)
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb lean ground turkey (or beef, 93% lean)
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup almond flour (or WW-friendly breadcrumbs)
- ½ cup reduced-fat mozzarella, shredded
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Coating:
- ¼ cup almond flour (or WW breadcrumbs)
- 1 beaten egg
- Olive oil spray (for pan or air fryer)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Mix & Shape:
Combine all meatball ingredients in a bowl. Form into small 1-inch balls.
Chill for 15–20 minutes so they hold their shape.
2️⃣ Coat:
Dip each ball in the beaten egg, then roll in almond flour or breadcrumbs.
Lightly press so the coating sticks.
3️⃣ Cook:
👉 Air Fryer: Spray basket and meatballs lightly with oil spray. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway.
👉 Pan Fry: Use a light olive oil spray instead of deep frying. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
🎃 Halloween Twist – “Bat Bites”
Add two tiny black olive slices as eyes 👀 and small cheese triangles as wings 🧀🦇
Serve with sugar-free marinara as “vampire sauce” 🩸
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
🥦 Garlic broccoli or roasted zucchini on the side
🥣 WW Ranch Cauliflower Mash
🧄 Sugar-free marinara or light chipotle mayo for dipping
🧡 WW Points:
3 points per meatball (air-fried, using turkey and almond flour)
4 points if pan-fried lightly in oil
Calories: ~110 kcal | Protein: 11g | Carbs: 2g | Fat: 6g
