Description
Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, making them the perfect dish for any gathering or cozy family dinner. Tender meatballs simmer in a luscious cranberry sauce, creating an unforgettable experience that’s both easy to prepare and full of mouthwatering taste. With this recipe, you’ll impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into bite-sized meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on a baking sheet.
- In another bowl, whisk together cranberry sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar.
- Pour half the sauce into a slow cooker; place meatballs on top and drizzle with remaining sauce.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
- Serve warm with toothpicks or over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 - 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 65mg