Description
These Crock Pot Apple Jelly Meatballs are a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors slow-cooked to tender perfection. Featuring frozen meatballs simmered in a luscious sauce made from apple jelly, chili sauce, and Worcestershire sauce, this easy-to-make appetizer is ideal for parties, family dinners, or game day snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 (32-ounce) bag frozen meatballs (about 50 meatballs)
Sauce
- 1 cup apple jelly
- 1 cup chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a crockpot, combine apple jelly, chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir the mixture thoroughly until all the ingredients are well blended.
- Add the meatballs: Place the frozen meatballs into the crockpot with the sauce and stir gently to coat each meatball evenly with the sauce.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 4 to 5 hours or on high heat for 2 to 3 hours. Cook until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce is bubbly and thickened.
- Garnish: Before serving, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the meatballs for a pop of color and fresh flavor, if desired.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs warm as an appetizer or a main dish accompaniment and enjoy.
Notes
- For best results, use fully cooked frozen meatballs to ensure proper heating and texture.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes to allow it to reduce.
- These meatballs can be kept warm in the crockpot on the ‘warm’ setting for up to 1 hour before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or chopped green onions for extra flavor and presentation.
- Pairs well with toothpicks for easy serving at parties.
