This 3 ingredient slow cooker sweet and sour meatballs appetizer is the easiest, most reliable party bite you can put on a table โ and itโs always the first dish to disappear.
With just three simple, inexpensive ingredients, and a few hours in the slow cooker, the meatballs simmer into a glossy sweet-and-tangy sauce thatโs warm, comforting, and impossible to resist. Itโs the perfect semi-homemade trick to keep in your hosting repertoire when you want something delicious without adding stress to your prep day.
Why I love this Recipe
This Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs Appetizer works because it strikes the perfect balance between flavor and convenience. The slow cooker does all the work and with only three ingredients, zero searing, chopping, or babysitting required, it frees you up to focus on the rest of the meal and so you can enjoy your guests. Itโs affordable, crowd-pleasing, and ideal for serving straight from the slow cooker.
Whether you’re entertaining for the holidays, hosting game day, or heading to a potluck, this effortless appetizer delivers big flavor with almost no hands-on time. Just set it, forget it, and let the slow cooker take care of the rest โ someone will absolutely ask for the recipe.
What Youโll Need for This Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs Appetizer
A short list of easy ingredients makes this recipe ideal for busy hosts.
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- A Crockpot Slow Cooker
- A jar of Grape Jelly
- A jar of Chili Sauce
- A package of Frozen Cocktail Meatballs
How to Make Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Walk through the simple steps of adding ingredients, stirring, and cooking for 2โ3 hours on low until the sauce thickens and coats the meatballs beautifully. It doesn’t get easier than this!
Tips for the Best Sweet and Sour Meatballs Appetizer
- Keep the slow cooker on warm during your event for easy serving.
- Use cocktail picks for a polished, grab-and-go presentation.
