Crockpot Grape Jelly Meatballs
Tender meatballs cooked in a sweet and tangy grape jelly and barbecue sauce mixture, perfect for parties or easy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 32 oz bag frozen homestyle meatballs No need to thaw before cooking.
- 1 cup barbecue sauce Choose smoky or bold flavor.
- 1 cup grape jelly Can substitute with raspberry, cherry, or pineapple preserves.
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp chili flakes Optional for added spice.
Instructions
Preparation
- Spray the inside of your Crockpot with cooking spray.
- Place the frozen homestyle meatballs evenly in the bottom of the Crockpot.
- In a mixing bowl, combine barbecue sauce and grape jelly. Whisk until smooth. If desired, add chili flakes.
- Stir in soy sauce and garlic powder, mixing well.
- Pour the sauce over the meatballs, gently turning to coat them.
Cooking
- Cover the Crockpot and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking.
- Check for doneness to ensure meatballs are heated through and tender.
Serving
- Carefully stir the meatballs again to coat in sauce before serving.
- Serve directly from the Crockpot with toothpicks for easy eating.
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Notes
For best results, use high-quality ingredients. Adjust spice levels to your preference. You can use homemade meatballs for extra flavor.