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Crockpot Cranberry Meatballs Recipe

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These Crockpot Cranberry Meatballs are a perfect holiday appetizer or a flavorful party dish. Juicy frozen meatballs simmered in a tangy and sweet sauce made from cranberry sauce, chili sauce, BBQ sauce, and brown sugar, topped with fresh cranberries and garnished with parsley. Easy to prepare and slow-cooked to perfection, they are a crowd-pleaser with a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 48 ounces frozen meatballs

Sauce

  • 14 ounces cranberry sauce
  • 12 ounces chili sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Toppings

  • 1 cup frozen cranberries
  • Parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add the meatballs: Place the frozen meatballs into your slow cooker and spread them out evenly to ensure even cooking.
  2. Make the sauce: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cranberry sauce, chili sauce, BBQ sauce, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Combine: Pour the prepared sauce over the meatballs in the slow cooker and gently stir to coat all the meatballs evenly with the sauce.
  4. Top it off: Evenly sprinkle the frozen cranberries over the sauced meatballs to add bursts of tart flavor.
  5. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low heat for 4 hours, or until the sauce is bubbly and the meatballs are thoroughly heated through.
  6. Garnish & serve: Before serving, garnish the meatballs with fresh parsley and, if desired, extra cranberries for a festive presentation.

Notes

  • You can substitute fresh cranberries for frozen if available.
  • Use homemade meatballs or store-bought frozen ones based on preference.
  • To make this recipe gluten-free, ensure the meatballs and sauces used are gluten-free certified.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce mix.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.

Keywords: cranberry meatballs, crockpot meatballs, slow cooker appetizers, holiday appetizers, easy meatball recipe, sweet and savory meatballs

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