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A bowl of grape jelly meatballs coated in a glossy sauce, garnished with fresh parsley.

Grape Jelly Meatballs

Sweet and tangy grape jelly meatballs that are perfect for family parties, potlucks, and game days. Easy to make with pantry staples and slow-cooked for a glossy, candy-like coating.
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Course: Appetizer, Main dish
Cuisine: American, Party Food
Keyword: Best grape jelly meatballs, Grape jelly meatballs chili sauce, Grape jelly meatballs crockpot, Grape jelly meatballs meaning, Grape jelly meatballs origin, Grape jelly meatballs stovetop, Meatballs with grape jelly and BBQ sauce, Welch's grape jelly meatballs
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Slow Cook: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 220kcal
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • 1 Crockpot (or slow cooker)
  • 1 Large bowl (for mixing sauce)
  • 1 Spoon or spatula (for stirring)
  • Optional Skillet (for browning meatballs (optional step))

Ingredients

  • 24 oz Frozen meatballs _ Do not thaw
  • 1 cup Grape jelly _ Adjust for sweetness
  • 1 cup Chili sauce _ Adjust for tanginess
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce _ Adds depth optional
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce _ Optional adds umami
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder _ Optional for extra flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper _ Optional to taste
  • To taste Drops Hot sauce _ Optional for spicy kick

Instructions

  • Collect all ingredients and tools you need, including meatballs and sauces.
    Raw meatballs in a white bowl next to small bowls of grape jelly, ketchup, spices, and sugar on a wooden board.
  • Combine grape jelly, chili sauce, BBQ sauce, and seasonings in a bowl.
    Meatballs browning in a skillet, sizzling with steam rising.
  • Place frozen meatballs in the crockpot and pour sauce evenly over them.
    Meatballs simmering in a crockpot with rich tomato sauce, being stirred with a wooden spoon
  • Cook on low heat for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally for even coating.
  • Serve as appetizers or over rice, potatoes, or noodles while still warm.
    A serving plate filled with grape jelly meatballs in a thick, glossy sauce, garnished with rosemary sprigs.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 150g | Calories: 220kcal (11%) | Carbohydrates: 18g (6%) | Protein: 12g (24%) | Fat: 10g (15%) | Saturated Fat: 3g (19%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 40mg (13%) | Sodium: 600mg (26%) | Potassium: 200mg (6%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 14g (16%) | Vitamin A: 200IU (4%) | Vitamin C: 2mg (2%) | Calcium: 30mg (3%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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