Cranberry BBQ Crockpot Meatballs: The Perfect Party Appetizer.

July 5, 2023
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Looking for a delicious, festive and easy appetizer or main course for your next holiday party? Look no further than these cranberry BBQ crockpot meatballs!

These easy crockpot meatballs are smothered in a sweet and tangy cranberry BBQ sauce that’s perfect for parties, holidays, or just a weeknight meal.

With just 5 minutes of prep, this recipe is a total crowd-pleaser!

So what are you waiting for? Get cooking!

Image of meatballs on a serving platter: A platter of meatballs topped with cranberry BBQ sauce and garnished with fresh parsley.

Ingredients

  • Frozen appetizer-sized meatballs
  • BBQ sauce
  • Jellied cranberry sauce
  • Fresh parsley
  • Black pepper
Image of meatballs on a serving platter: A platter of meatballs, garnished with fresh parsley.

How to make the meatballs

  • To make the meatballs, combine the BBQ sauce, cranberry sauce, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the thawed meatballs to the bowl and toss to coat.
  • Transfer the meatballs to a slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
  • Serve warm.

Tip:

For a more glaze-like consistency, remove the lid from the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Image of meatballs on a serving platter: A platter of meatballs, garnished with fresh parsley.

Here are some other ideas for how to use leftover BBQ meatballs:

  • Add them to a salad: Cranberry meatballs can add a delicious and protein-packed twist to a salad. You could add them to a green salad, a pasta salad, or a quinoa salad.
Salad with cranberry meatballs.
  • Use them as a topping for pizza: Cranberry meatballs can add a sweet and savory flavor to pizza. You could top a pizza with cranberry meatballs, mozzarella cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings.
pizza with meatballs.
  • Add them to a sandwich: Cranberry meatballs can add a delicious and hearty flavor to a sandwich. You could add them to a hoagie roll, a sub roll, or a slider bun.
Meatball sandwich.
  • Use them in a pasta dish: Cranberry meatballs can add a delicious and protein-packed twist to a pasta dish. This makes a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Meatball pasta.

No matter how you serve them, these cranberry BBQ meatballs are sure to be a hit!

How to Store Leftover Cranberry Meatballs

Cranberry meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Leftovers can be a great way to save time and money.

They are also a great way to use up leftover meatballs.

How to store

  1. Let the meatballs cool completely.
  2. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  3. Freeze for up to 3 months.
  4. Reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through.

Tips for reheating leftover cranberry meatballs

  • If the meatballs are dry, you can add a splash of water or broth before reheating them.
  • To prevent the meatballs from drying out, you can cover them with a lid or foil while reheating them.

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Yield: 10 servings

Easy and Festive Cranberry BBQ Crockpot Meatballs

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes

Easy and festive cranberry BBQ crockpot meatballs: a delicious appetizer that's perfect for your next holiday party! Just a few simple ingredients and your slow cooker are all you need to make these crowd-pleasers. Save the recipe now and be the talk of the party!

Ingredients

  • 32 oz frozen appetizer-sized meatballs, thawed
  • 2 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
  • 2 cups jellied cranberry sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, cranberry sauce, parsley, and pepper.
  2. Add the thawed meatballs to the bowl and toss to coat.
  3. Transfer the meatballs to a slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
  5. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley and black pepper.

Notes

  • For a more glaze-like consistency, remove the lid from the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes to an hour of cooking.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sides, such as macaroni and cheese, rice, or corn on the cob.

    • Nutrition Information

    Yield

    10

    Serving Size

    1
    Amount Per Serving Calories 401Total Fat 21gSaturated Fat 7gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 11gCholesterol 60mgSodium 1186mgCarbohydrates 42gFiber 3gSugar 31gProtein 14g
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    Cuisine: American / Category: Appetizers

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