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A plate of savory slow cooker cocktail meatballs garnished with herbs.

Slow Cooker Cocktail Meatballs

These slow cooker cocktail meatballs are a delightful blend of savory meat and a sweet sauce, perfect for gatherings and cherished family memories.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat
  • 1 pound ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork for added flavor)
Meatballs
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1/2 cup grape jelly
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Set your slow cooker to low.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground meat with the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, chopped onion, egg, minced garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  3. Roll the mixture into bite-sized meatballs—about 1 inch in diameter.
  4. Place the meatballs into the slow cooker.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, grape jelly, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
  2. Pour the sauce over the meatballs, making sure they’re well-coated.
Cooking
  1. Cover the slow cooker and let them cook on low for about 4 to 5 hours, or until the meatballs are cooked through and infused with flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

You can prepare the meatball mixture in advance and refrigerate it until you’re ready to cook. Alternatively, freeze them uncooked for a quick meal in the future. For a healthier version, try swapping ground turkey for beef.

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