Irresistible Honey BBQ Crockpot Meatballs in 3 Easy Steps Recipe
Introduction
These Honey BBQ Crockpot Meatballs combine sweet and smoky flavors for an easy, crowd-pleasing dish. Perfect for busy days, they slow-cook to tender, juicy perfection with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup honey BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined to avoid tough meatballs.
- Step 2: Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them evenly in the crockpot.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey BBQ sauce, honey, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour this sauce over the meatballs, making sure they are fully coated.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Stir gently before serving to coat the meatballs in sauce.
Tips & Variations
- For deeper flavor and a firmer texture, brown the meatballs in a skillet before placing them in the crockpot.
- Serve these meatballs with toothpicks as a party appetizer or over rice or mashed potatoes for a satisfying main course.
- Try swapping half ground beef for ground pork for added juiciness.
Storage
Store any leftover meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove over low heat to keep them moist and flavorful.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen meatballs in this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen meatballs. Just increase the cooking time by about 1 hour on low or 30 minutes on high to ensure they heat through completely.
Can I prepare these meatballs ahead of time?
Absolutely. You can shape the meatballs and store them in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking, or prepare the entire dish and refrigerate it until ready to slow-cook.
PrintIrresistible Honey BBQ Crockpot Meatballs in 3 Easy Steps Recipe
These Irresistible Honey BBQ Crockpot Meatballs offer a perfect blend of savory ground beef and sweet honey BBQ sauce, slow-cooked to tender perfection. Easy to prepare in just three steps, they make a great appetizer or main dish that’s sure to please any crowd.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: About 20 meatballs 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Sauce
- 1 cup honey BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture. In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly mixed.
- Shape and Place Meatballs. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, then arrange them evenly inside the crockpot.
- Make the Sauce and Cook. In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey BBQ sauce, honey, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour this sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Before serving, gently stir to coat the meatballs with sauce.
Notes
- To enhance flavor and texture, brown the meatballs in a skillet before adding them to the crockpot.
- Serve meatballs with toothpicks as a tasty appetizer or over rice to make a satisfying main dish.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
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