Description
Slow Cooker Apple Butter Meatballs are a mouthwatering blend of sweet and savory, making them an irresistible choice for gatherings or cozy family dinners. This easy recipe combines frozen meatballs with a luscious sauce made from apple butter, chili sauce, and warm spices, resulting in a dish that will keep everyone coming back for more. Perfect for serving as appetizers or over rice for a hearty meal, these meatballs are versatile enough to impress at any occasion. Let your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy the delightful aroma filling your home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz. chili sauce
- 1 ½ cups apple butter
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp. molasses
- ¼ tsp. ground cloves
- ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon
- 40 oz. frozen meatballs (chicken, beef, lamb, or turkey)
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine chili sauce, apple butter, maple syrup, molasses, ground cloves, and ground cinnamon. Stir until well mixed.
- Add frozen meatballs to the sauce and gently toss to coat.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 2.5-3 hours or LOW for 4-5 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: High: 2.5 -3 hours / Low: 4 -5 hours
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg