Description
These crockpot grape jelly meatballs are the ultimate easy appetizer—tender meatballs simmered in a sweet and tangy grape jelly BBQ sauce. With only 3 ingredients and hands-off slow cooking, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for parties, holidays, and even weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 32 oz frozen fully cooked meatballs
- 1 cup grape jelly
- 1½ cups BBQ sauce (your favorite style)
- Optional:
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce or ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (for heat)
Instructions
- Add grape jelly and BBQ sauce to the crockpot. Stir to combine.
- Pour in frozen meatballs and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until meatballs are heated through and sauce is thickened.
- Stir well before serving. Keep warm in the crockpot for parties or serve over rice for dinner.
Notes
- Swap BBQ sauce with chili sauce for the classic retro version.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire, apple cider vinegar, or Dijon mustard.
- Use turkey, chicken, or homemade meatballs if preferred—just make sure they’re fully cooked first.
