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Crockpot Grape Jelly and Barbecue Meatballs Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Description

These Crockpot Grape Jelly and Barbecue Meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or party dish. Pre-cooked meatballs are simmered low and slow in a tangy-sweet sauce made from grape jelly, barbecue sauce, and a blend of flavorful seasonings to create a sticky, flavorful coating. Perfect for casual gatherings or game day snacks, this recipe requires minimal effort and yields a crowd-pleasing dish.

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 26 ounce bag pre-cooked frozen meatballs

Sauce

  • 1 cup grape jelly
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Garnish (optional)

  • Chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crockpot: Spray the crockpot insert with non-stick cooking spray to prevent the meatballs and sauce from sticking during cooking.
  2. Mix the sauce: In a medium bowl, combine grape jelly, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  3. Add meatballs to crockpot: Place the pre-cooked frozen meatballs directly into the crockpot in an even layer.
  4. Coat meatballs with sauce: Pour the prepared grape jelly barbecue sauce over the meatballs. Gently stir to ensure all meatballs are well coated with the sauce.
  5. Cook low and slow: Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours, allowing the meatballs to heat through fully and the sauce to thicken slightly. Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even coverage.
  6. Garnish and serve: Before serving, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or green onions over the meatballs to add a pop of color and freshness.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
  • These meatballs can be kept warm in the crockpot on the ‘keep warm’ setting for up to 1 hour before serving.
  • You can substitute grape jelly with cranberry or raspberry jelly for a different flavor profile.
  • Use gluten-free barbecue sauce and Worcestershire sauce if you need this recipe to be gluten-free.
  • Serve with toothpicks for easy appetizer presentation at parties.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/crockpot-grape-jelly-and-barbecue-meatballs-recipe/