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    Crockpot Grape Jelly & BBQ Meatballs Recipe

    Published: Jan 20, 2019 · Modified: Sep 27, 2020 · By: Amanda Carlisle · This post may contain affiliate links. · 9 Comments

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    A classic slow cooker appetizer that is perfect for any get together! This simple Crockpot Grape Jelly & BBQ Meatballs Recipe is delicious!

    Crockpot Grape Jelly & Bbq Meatballs

    One thing is for sure. In the slow cooker playbook, there are some staple recipes that every good cook must have. If you ask any man in America he will tell you that one of them is this easy to make Crockpot Grape Jelly & BBQ Meatballs recipe.

    Grape Jelly Meatball Ingredients in crockpot

    So grape jelly & bbq sauce? YES, I think we are all skeptical the first time that we hear it, but it is a thing, and it makes these meatballs mouthwateringly tasty.

    Just serve them hot however you choose. We have done them on a tray with little toothpicks, and we have even skipped the tray and go straight to serving them in a bowl with a fork. Both ways are totally acceptable, and the leftovers are amazing on a BBQ Meatball sandwich!

    Grape Jelly & BBQ Meatballs in bowl with green onion

    I have found that these are best made in at least a 4 Quart Crockpot. You can also double the recipe, but you will obviously need a bigger crockpot.

    Watch Me Make these Crockpot Grape Jelly & BBQ Meatballs

    I told you they were super simple. Even my kids get in on the action now. This is a dump, stir, and heat dish that anyone can make, and everyone can eat.

    Gluten Free Crockpot Grape Jelly & BBQ Meatballs

    Gluten Free Grape Jelly & BBQ Meatballs

    I love that you can totally make these gluten free and dairy free very easily! Just use gluten free or dairy free meatballs. There are several brands of frozen meatballs or just make your own Homemade Meatballs. Either way, they will still turn out delicious!

    These meatballs make an amazing appetizer for any party, and they are a holiday staple! Keep this recipe handy for your next get-together!

    Crockpot Grape Jelly & BBQ Meatballs

    Amanda Carlisle
    A classic slow cooker appetizer that is perfect for any get together! This simple Crockpot Grape Jelly & BBQ Meatballs Recipe is delicious!
    4.75 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 2 hrs 40 mins
    Total Time 2 hrs 45 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine BBQ
    Servings 8 Servings

    Equipment

    6 Qt Crockpot

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 lbs Meatballs Frozen
    • 18 oz BBQ Sauce
    • 18 oz Grape Jelly about 2 cups

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium bowl mix together the bbq sauce and grape jelly.
    • In a 4 quart or larger crockpot add the meatballs. Pour the bbq & jelly mixture over the meatballs and stir. 
    • Cover and cook on high for 2 -3 hours stirring halfway through.
    • Serve warm and enjoy

    Gluten Free/Dairy Free

    • Choose meatballs and bbq sauce that are gluten free and/or dairy free to enjoy.
    Keyword beef
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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    3.2K shares
    I even cut up some of my leftover ham and put it in bags in the freezer just so I can make this soup later in the year. It's all sorts of amazing. Top it with your favorites like green onions, sour cream, cheese, & Bacon. OH MY YUM!

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Ruby Shaneyfelt

      January 22, 2019 at 10:55 am

      5 stars
      Could these be used for making Sub. Sandwiches for Super Bowl Sunday?

      Reply
      • Amanda

        January 23, 2019 at 3:38 pm

        Of course! They would be delicious!

        Reply
        • Peggy S Davis

          April 04, 2021 at 11:51 am

          5 stars
          My husband and I love this grape jelly and bbq. Meatball recipe. My husband always makes plenty to share with family and friends knowing that there going to be a hit in advance ! He usually makes a few variations in seasonings just enough to make it his own but keeps the basics close. There always very good, he's a natural good cook. Bonaparte !

          Reply
    2. James

      December 21, 2019 at 10:01 am

      I have high and low setting on my crockpot, which should I use?

      Reply
      • Amanda Carlisle

        December 22, 2019 at 11:18 am

        High for 2-3 hours like the recipe states. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Michelle

      March 10, 2020 at 6:58 pm

      Do you cook the meatballs from frozen state or do you thaw them?

      Reply
      • Amanda Carlisle

        April 25, 2020 at 9:57 am

        Hey Michelle, You can add them frozen.

        Reply
    4. Anna

      April 22, 2020 at 4:19 pm

      5 stars
      Is there a way to cook this recipe on a stove top to get them made quicker?

      Reply
    5. Veronica

      January 26, 2021 at 9:01 pm

      4 stars
      Does it matter what kind of grape jelley I use. I usually use bama jelly. I have use sweet Rae's.i usually make my own meat balls out of ground Chuck. my meet ball so always come out good .

      Reply

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