Description
Crockpot Meatballs with Grape Jelly Sauce are a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that will impress your guests and elevate any gathering. These tender meatballs, perfectly glazed in a tangy grape jelly sauce, are simple to make and cook effortlessly in a slow cooker. With minimal prep time, you can relax while they simmer to perfection, making them an ideal choice for game days or family potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1/2 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup grape jelly
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Optional: Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes for a crispy exterior or brown in a skillet.
- In a separate bowl, combine grape jelly, barbecue sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Place the meatballs in the crockpot and pour the sauce over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg