Description
This Cranberry Meatballs recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, slow-cooked to tender perfection. Ideal as a party appetizer or a comforting snack, these bite-sized meatballs are coated in a luscious sauce made from cranberry sauce, chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. The slow cooker does the work, ensuring juicy meatballs infused with the rich, fruity glaze.
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 26 ounces frozen bite-size meatballs
Sauce
- 14 ounces whole cranberry sauce (can substitute grape jelly)
- 12 ounces Heinz Chili Sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the frozen bite-size meatballs evenly into the slow cooker and set it to low heat.
- Mix the Sauce: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the whole cranberry sauce, Heinz chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and dark brown sugar until well combined and smooth.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the prepared sauce over the frozen meatballs in the slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Serve Warm: Once cooked through and sauce has thickened, switch the slow cooker to the warm setting. Serve the cranberry meatballs hot, optionally garnished with chopped green onions for added freshness and color.
Notes
- You can substitute whole cranberry sauce with grape jelly for a slightly different but equally delicious taste.
- Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent meatballs from sticking to the bottom of the slow cooker.
- For a festive presentation, garnish with chopped green onions or fresh herbs before serving.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to reduce liquid.
- This recipe is excellent for parties and can be kept warm in the slow cooker for several hours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
