Grape Jelly Meatballs (5-minute Appetizer)
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4.8
Grape Jelly Meatballs (5-minute Appetizer)
Description
Grape Jelly Meatballs (5-minute Appetizer) features frozen meatballs simmered in a sauce made by whisking grape jelly with chili sauce, which adds a balance of sweetness and a mild tang. The meatballs are placed in a heavy, oven-safe pot, covered with the sauce, and baked at a low temperature (300°F) for 30 minutes. This gentle cooking allows the flavors to meld without drying out the meatballs, resulting in tender, flavorful bites coated in a shiny glaze. The use of a Dutch oven or similar pot ensures even heat distribution and moisture retention during cooking.
The sauce's thick texture clings well to the meatballs, making them ideal for serving as a finger food during gatherings or as a tasty addition to a buffet. These meatballs are convenient since they start from frozen and require only simple mixing and baking steps, suitable for preparing in advance and reheating if desired.
Ingredients
- 24 oz chili sauce (Heinz brand recommended)
- 2 cups grape jelly
- 2 lbs meatballs frozen
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together grape jelly and chili sauce.
- Place meatballs into an oven-safe heavy cast iron pot (Dutch oven recommended) with a lid. Cover them with the grape jelly and chili sauce mixture.
- Cover the pot with the lid and place into the oven. Cook for 30 minutes at 300°F.
- Remove the meatballs from the oven. Serve & enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 415 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 415kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 819mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 470mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 33g | 66% |
| Vitamin A | 391IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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