Sustainability was also a reason to create new options. “With the veggie ball we wanted to offer something as appreciated as the classic meatball, but plant-based and with less environmental impact,” explains David. The veggie ball has a carbon footprint that is 20 times lower than the classic meatball, the chicken ball has a carbon footprint that is four times lower. With more alternatives you can not only choose between more favorites, you can also decide how big environmental impact your meal should have.
Our meatballs were launched in 1985 and are loved by people everywhere. With mashed potatoes, cream sauce and lingonberry jam, they’re as Swedish as it gets. Easy to cook and serve – a tasty IKEA icon.
Article Number904.992.07
Product details
Served with mashed potatoes, cream sauce and lingonberry jam, HUVUDROLL meatballs are as Swedish as it gets. Every year, they are eaten and loved by millions of people around the world.
A tasteful icon from IKEA since 1985. Gently seasoned to enhance the meat flavour and are great to enjoy with traditional condiments or in new combinations.
Meatballs should taste like meat. That’s why we’ve seasoned the beef and pork gently with only a few ingredients, every one of them enhancing the meat flavor even more.
Easily prepared from frozen in minutes. In the oven, in the microwave or on the stove.
Easily portioned. Prepare the amount needed, leave the rest in the freezer.
Just as tasty warm as they are cold, e.g. cut in half as a sandwich topping.
Measurements
- Net weight: 1000 g (2 lb 3 oz)
Packaging
HUVUDROLL
Article Number904.992.07- Width: 28 cm (11 ")
- Height: 8 cm (3 ")
- Length: 28 cm (11 ")
- Weight: 1.02 kg (2 lb 4 oz)
- Package(s): 1
Ratings and reviews
DeliciousJohnDelicious tasting, a bit greasy however
My kids love them so muchOlgaBring back the meatballs to IKEA Montreal! My kids love them so much! Now I'm struggling with what to put in their school lunchboxes.
TastyColleenEasy and fast meal
DeliciousSandraGreat for quick snack on their own, addition to a pasta meal or any meal.
Great for valueGeorgeThey are so good when mixing in a spaghetti sauce
Quick, easy and DeliciousBrunaRecommend you try these moist delicious meatballs. Make a quick dinner, just add sauce.
easy prepPattiwe buy these occasionally--- I did use them for a family birthday party two bags served 25 people also picked up the non-meat version for the vegans
TastyLoriGood product
A staple in our householdJacintheA go-to meal any day of the week. Perfect for thermos lunches.
DeliciousDonnaTasty and a great price
Yummy!DianeThese were absolutely delicious! I felt like a real chef serving these for dinner!
Meat ballsSofiaThe best meat balls!
So convenient!CliffOne of our favs for quick and easy cooking - whether for a snack at anytime, or to fix as a meal…..or to add to recipes - soups, and sauces.
The best meatballsMelanieLove these meatballs. I've been buying them for years. I've bought other pre-made meatballs from grocery store but in our home we all prefer these ones.
Good productArleeneVery tasty and easy to prepare
Huvudroll meatballsGayeGood. Smaller though and higher price so cannot buy as often.
Meatballs!JaniceThe meatballs and gravy are a quick, easy and very tasty dinner!!
Comfort food!LauraAs someone from a Nordic country, these meatballs taste like the ones my mom used to make. They make a great quick meal.
Always easy to prepare in a time crunch and kids like itGailKids love this - lots of protein for when I can’t find time to prepare anything fresh
The bestOliviaDelicious meatballs!
Customer reviews
4.8Average rating
1196Reviews
Story
A buffet of good
Today’s recipe for the classic IKEA meatball rolled out from our test kitchen already in 1985. Since then, the IKEA meatball has become an icon on plates around the world and a proud example of traditional Swedish cooking. But, when we asked customers on three different continents what food they prefer, we realized we had to extend our meatball family with tasty alternatives.
“Not everyone eats beef or pork, so we went into the kitchen to create new recipes,” says David Johansson, chef and product developer at IKEA Food Services. First came the chicken ball – an alternative for those who like meat, but not necessarily red meat. “Like all our meatballs it’s just as good hot as cold, and we’ve seasoned it gently so it fits different cuisines and local flavors.”
Favorites against climate change
New flavors in a classic shape
The newest edition to the family is the plant ball. It’s made with pea protein, potatoes, apple, oats and onion, but has the great taste and juicy bite of a meatball – making it perfect for everyone who wants to cut down on meat without losing out on the experience. "A lot has happened since 1985. Now, there are eatable IKEA icons for more of the many people. No matter if you’re flexitarian, vegan, meat lover, have dietary needs or cultural preferences.”
Form design process
With a taste of Sweden
If Sweden were a taste, it would taste like HUVUDROLL meatballs. Since we launched our meatballs in 1985, they are eaten and loved every year by millions of people everywhere. To enhance the meat flavour, they are gently seasoned. Either serve them classically with mashed potatoes, cream sauce and lingonberry jam, a dish with both harmony and flavour contrasts – or choose new, more unexpected combinations. Regardless of how they’re enjoyed, our meatballs are always a tasty icon!