Description
Succulent slow-cooked honey BBQ meatballs promise a tantalizing journey through sweet and savory landscapes. Rich marinades and perfectly seasoned meat combine to deliver comfort on a plate that beckons you to savor each irresistible morsel.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs:
- 1 lb (450g) frozen meatballs (or homemade meatballs)
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Seasoning:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Craft a luscious glaze by whisking together tangy barbecue sauce, golden honey, robust ketchup, umami-rich Worcestershire sauce, zesty apple cider vinegar, aromatic garlic powder, savory onion powder, and a pinch of seasoning until achieving a silky, harmonious blend.
- Transfer frozen meatballs into the slow cooker’s ceramic vessel, then lavishly drench them with the meticulously prepared sauce, ensuring each spherical morsel is thoroughly enrobed.
- Secure the slow cooker’s lid and allow the meatballs to simmer and absorb flavors, selecting low temperature for 4-6 hours or high temperature for 2-3 hours until they reach peak tenderness and are heated completely through.
- Gently redistribute the meatballs within their glossy sauce coating moments before presentation, creating an appetizing arrangement that promises succulence and depth of flavor.
- Plate as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or complement with complementary side dishes to transform this indulgent preparation into a satisfying meal experience.
Notes
- Swap frozen meatballs with homemade ones using ground beef, turkey, or plant-based alternatives for a personalized touch.
- Reduce honey for a less sweet profile or substitute with maple syrup or agave for different flavor dimensions.
- Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or sriracha sauce to create a spicy kick that elevates the classic BBQ taste.
- Experiment with gluten-free BBQ sauce and ingredients to make this recipe suitable for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (on Low) or 3 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg