Crockpot Appetizer Meatballs
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Crockpot Appetizer Meatballs
Description
This recipe combines frozen, pre-cooked meatballs with a simple sauce consisting of Frank's Original hot sauce, brown sugar, and a little water. The sauce is stirred until the sugar dissolves, then poured over the meatballs in a slow cooker. Cooking on low or high gradually heats the meatballs and infuses the sauce flavors throughout.
The balance of hot sauce and brown sugar creates a sticky glaze that clings to each meatball, bringing together spicy and sweet notes. The slow cooker method ensures even warming and flavor absorption over a few hours with minimal effort.
Meatballs prepared this way are ideal for serving at buffets or parties, especially paired with crisp vegetables for contrast. They can also be served as a meal by adding pineapple and red peppers and serving over rice, increasing their heartiness and flavor complexity.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds meatballs (pre-cooked, frozen)
- ⅓ cup hot sauce no substitutions, Frank's Original brand
- 1 ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 Tablespoon water
Instructions
- Place meatballs in slow cooker.
- Combine hot sauce, brown sugar, and water in a bowl. Stir until well combined and sugar is mostly dissolved.
- Pour the sauce over the meatballs and stir to evenly coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours.
Notes
- If using homemade meatballs, browning them before adding to the crockpot can help prevent sticking to the pot sides.
- Pair these meatballs with crisp vegetables like cauliflower, broccoli, or Brussels sprouts to balance the spicy sauce.
- Add pineapple and red peppers and serve over rice to turn the meatballs into a complete meal.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 303 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 303kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 254mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 254mg | 5% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 5IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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