Description
Crowd-pleasing Sweet and Tangy Party Meatballs bring zesty flavors from Italian and Swedish culinary traditions to your gathering. Guests will savor each perfectly seasoned bite, connecting through delicious comfort that sparks conversation and celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (450 g) frozen cocktail meatballs
- 1 cup (240 ml) grape jelly
- 1 cup (240 ml) barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Transfer frozen cocktail meatballs into the slow cooker, creating an even layer.
- Whisk grape jelly and barbecue sauce together in a separate bowl until completely blended and glossy.
- Drench meatballs thoroughly with the prepared sauce, gently tossing to ensure complete coverage.
- Secure slow cooker lid and set temperature to high for 2–3 hours or low for 4–5 hours.
- Periodically rotate meatballs during cooking to guarantee uniform sauce distribution and prevent sticking.
- Confirm internal temperature reaches 165°F, indicating meatballs are fully heated and safe to consume.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed with additional sauce or a pinch of salt.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, presenting as a zesty appetizer or main course atop fluffy rice or alongside crusty bread.
Notes
- Customize the sauce by experimenting with different barbecue sauce brands for unique flavor profiles.
- Opt for low-sugar grape jelly or sugar-free alternatives to reduce overall calorie content and make the dish more diabetic-friendly.
- Enhance the meatballs by garnishing with chopped fresh parsley or green onions for added color and a burst of freshness.
- Transform the recipe into a gluten-free option by using gluten-free barbecue sauce and ensuring the meatballs are gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2–3 hours (High) or 4–5 hours (Low)
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg