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Classic crockpot cocktail meatballs served in a slow cooker, perfect for parties.

Classic Crockpot Cocktail Meatballs

Tender meatballs slow-cooked in a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for parties and family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 14 oz cranberry jelly
  • 12 oz chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For the Meatballs
  • 2-3 lb fully cooked meatballs, fresh or frozen

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In your trusty crockpot, combine the cranberry jelly, chili sauce, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and lemon juice.
  2. Stir until everything melds together nicely.
  3. Toss in the meatballs and coat them well with the sauce.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until they're heated through.
  5. Give them a quick stir before serving.

Notes

Serve with toothpicks for easy snacking, over a bed of warm rice, or piled into slider buns.