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Close up of a pan of sticky glazed cranberry barbecue meatballs.

Sticky Cranberry BBQ Meatball Appetizer

These sweet, sticky Cranberry BBQ Meatballs are the perfect 3-ingredient appetizer. They work well on either the stovetop or in the slow cooker, making them perfect for low-stress entertaining!
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Recipe Makes: 12
Approximate Cost: $0.88

Ingredients

  • 1 bag frozen fully cooked meatballs (approx 28 ounces, beef, turkey, or chicken)
  • 1 can whole berry cranberry sauce (14 ounces)
  • 1 bottle barbecue sauce (18 ounces)

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together cranberry sauce and barbecue sauce until smooth.
  • Place frozen meatballs in a large saucepan. Pour sauce mixture over the top and stir to coat.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook, covered, on medium-low for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Recipe Notes

Crockpot cooking instructions: Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs in the slow cooker to coat, and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours. Stir well before serving.

Recipe costs provided are approximate. Actual cost per recipe & serving will vary by location, store, brand, etc. Approximate cost shown does not include costs for any optional ingredients.

Nutrition

Calories: 242kcal | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 391mg | Potassium: 98mg | Total Carbs: 31g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Net Carbs: 30g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 14mg
Cheap Cheap Eats recipe developed by Cheryl Malik