Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Honey BBQ Crockpot Meatballs, perfect for game day or family gatherings. These tender meatballs simmer in a rich, sticky sauce that combines sweet and smoky flavors, making them a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With effortless preparation, you can spend more time enjoying your guests and less time in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 cup plain or Italian breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup honey BBQ sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown each meatball on all sides.
- Transfer seared meatballs to a crockpot.
- In a separate bowl, mix honey BBQ sauce with apple cider vinegar and Worcestershire sauce then pour over meatballs.
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours or until flavors meld and meatballs are cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–6 hours
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Experiment by adding chopped onions or swapping sauces for a unique twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container; they can be reheated on the stovetop or microwave.