You know those popular grape jelly Crock Pot meatballs that everyone makes as a Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner appetizer? Well, although they are tasty as can be, you are going to want to upgrade those meatballs to these Cranberry BBQ meatballs!
In reality, you can make this recipe for many occasions, not just Thanksgiving or Christmas. It’s a tasty treat to whip up for any gathering, football games, parties, etc.
Check out the recipe below! Recipe Via: TastesBetterFromScratch.com
Throw out your grape jelly meatballs and try these Crockpot Cranberry BBQ Meatballs instead. They are sweet, tangy and the easiest appetizer and finger food that is perfect for parties and entertaining.
Throw out your grape jelly meatballs and try these Crockpot Cranberry BBQ Meatballs instead. They are sweet, tangy and the easiest appetizer and finger food that is perfect for parties and entertaining.
- 50-60 frozen meatballs Or homemade meatballs
- 14 oz whole cranberry sauce
- 12 oz cocktail sauce
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup water
- green onion freshly chopped, garnish
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Spray the bottom of your slow cooker lightly with cooking spray. Add frozen meatballs to the bottom of pot.
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In a large bowl stir together cranberry sauce, cocktail sauce, brown sugar, water, and barbecue sauce and pour over meatballs.
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Cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
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Serve warm garnished with chopped green onions, if desired.
If you don't have a slow cooker, you can make these in a saucepan:
Add ingredients for the sauce to a saucepan and stir until smooth. Then add the meatballs and stir to coat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 8-10 minutes for thawed meatballs, or 14-16 minutes for frozen meatballs.
