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BBQ Meatballs

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These BBQ Meatballs are tender, saucy, and crowd‑pleasing, cooked low and slow in a sweet and tangy sauce made with barbecue sauce and grape jelly. They’re perfect as an appetizer or served as a comforting main with rice or mashed potatoes.

  • Total Time: Up to 4 hours
  • Yield: 8–10 servings

Ingredients

  • 32 ounces frozen fully cooked meatballs
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 3/4 cup grape jelly
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  1. Add the BBQ sauce and grape jelly to the slow cooker and stir until mostly combined.
  2. Add the frozen meatballs to the sauce, gently stirring to coat them evenly.
  3. Sprinkle in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 2–3 hours or on low for 3–4 hours, stirring once halfway through if possible.
  5. Once the meatballs are hot and the sauce is smooth and glossy, serve warm.

Notes

  • Add a tablespoon of hot sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
  • Replace half the BBQ sauce with chili sauce for a tangier flavor.
  • Stir in a splash of apple cider vinegar to balance sweetness.
  • If the sauce gets too thick, add a few tablespoons of water to reach your desired consistency.
  • These can also be made on the stovetop by simmering in a large saucepan until heated through.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2–4 hours
  • Category: Appetizer / Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg