Classic Cocktail Meatballs Recipe

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Classic Cocktail Meatballs Recipe

Classic Cocktail Meatballs Recipe
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    35 mins
  • SERVING
    25 People
  • VIEWS
    75

Elevate your cocktail hour with these exquisitely crafted meatballs. A symphony of savory and sweet, they're perfect for showcasing on a sophisticated appetizer platter or gently simmering in a slow cooker for a relaxed gathering.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    14 g
  • Cholesterol
    40 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    8 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    135 mg
  • Sugar
    9 g
  • Fat
    5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

02

Step
10 mins

In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, stuffing mix, water, and eggs until just blended. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture. Shape the mixture into approximately 50 (1 1/2-inch) meatballs.

03

Step
2 mins

Arrange the meatballs in a single layer on two foil-lined 15x10-inch baking sheets or shallow baking pans lightly coated with cooking spray.

04

Step
15 mins

Bake until the internal temperature of the meatballs reaches 160 degrees F (70 degrees C), about 15 minutes. While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce.

05

Step
5 mins

In a large saucepan, combine the grape jelly and chili sauce. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

06

Step
2 mins

Once the meatballs are baked, carefully add them to the saucepan with the sauce. Stir gently to ensure they are evenly coated.

07

Step
5 mins

Simmer for additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.

For a richer flavor, consider using a combination of ground beef and ground pork.
If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend the grape jelly and chili sauce with an immersion blender before adding the meatballs.
These meatballs can be made ahead of time and reheated in the sauce just before serving. They also freeze well for future enjoyment.
For extra flavour, add a dash of Worcestershire sauce to the meatball mixture

Callie Beer

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.9/ 5 ( 25 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)

  • Dorris Christiansen

    Jun 11, 2025

    These were a hit at our party! Everyone loved them.

  • Karli Ruecker

    Jun 4, 2025

    The stuffing mix adds such a unique flavor!

  • Connor Hirthe

    May 26, 2025

    So easy to make and the perfect combination of sweet and savory.

  • Josephine Medhurst

    Feb 12, 2025

    I made these in the slow cooker and they were perfect for a potluck.

  • Odie Stroman

    Nov 16, 2024

    My kids devoured these! Definitely a new family favorite.

  • Rhiannon Connelly

    Sep 3, 2024

    I added a little sriracha to the sauce for some extra heat.

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