EASY GRAPE JELLY MEATBALLS RECIPE
Easy Grape Jelly Meatballs are the ultimate sweet and savory appetizer, perfect for parties, holidays, or game nights. Made with just three ingredients—frozen meatballs, grape jelly, and BBQ sauce—this effortless dish is packed with flavor and requires minimal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 32 oz bag frozen meatballs
- 1 cup grape jelly
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
STEP NO.1: PREPARE THE SAUCE
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together grape jelly and BBQ sauce until smooth.
STEP NO.2: ADD MEATBALLS TO SLOW COOKER
- Place frozen meatballs in a slow cooker and pour the sauce over them. Stir to coat evenly.
STEP NO.3: COOK
- Slow Cooker: Cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Stovetop: Simmer in a large pot over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
STEP NO.4: SERVE HOT
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm with toothpicks or over rice.
Notes
- Meatball Options: Use beef, turkey, or chicken meatballs.
- Extra Tangy: Add 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or Worcestershire sauce.
- Sweeter Version: Increase grape jelly to 1 ½ cups.
- Make Ahead: Store in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
- Spicy Grape Jelly Meatballs: Add 1 tablespoon hot sauce or red pepper flakes.
- Cranberry Grape Jelly Meatballs: Replace half the grape jelly with cranberry sauce.
- Honey BBQ Meatballs: Swap grape jelly for honey for a deeper sweetness.
- Cocktail Meatballs: Use chili sauce instead of BBQ sauce for a classic version.