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Plate of delicious grape jelly meatballs served as an appetizer.

Grape Jelly Meatballs

These sweet and savory Grape Jelly Meatballs are a nostalgic crowd-pleaser, perfect for any gathering or game day spread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs

  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup grape jelly
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce Choose your favorite kind

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a bowl, mix the ground beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Form into small meatballs.
  • In a slow cooker, combine grape jelly and barbecue sauce. Stir well.
  • Add the meatballs to the sauce and toss to coat.

Cooking

  • Cook on low for 4-6 hours or until meatballs are cooked through and tender.

Serving

  • Serve warm as an appetizer, optionally garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

These meatballs can be made ahead of time and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days or frozen for up to three months.
Keyword Easy Appetizer, Grape Jelly Meatballs, meatball recipe, Party Food, Slow Cooker Recipe