Cranberry Meatballs in a Crockpot
Indulge in the delightful fusion of sweet and tangy flavors with these mouthwatering cranberry meatballs. Slow-cooked to perfection, they are tender, juicy, and coated in a luscious sauce that will have your guests raving. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-make dish is sure to become a favorite at any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 meatballs 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (canned)
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).
- In another bowl, mix cranberry sauce and barbecue sauce until smooth.
- Place meatballs in the crockpot and pour the sauce over them.
- Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- Serve warm, either plated or directly from the crockpot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg