For a smoother sauce, consider blending the apricot preserves before adding them to the Instant Pot. Experiment with different flavors of barbecue sauce to find your favorite combination. A smoky mesquite or a sweet honey barbecue sauce would both work well. If you don't have apricot preserves, grape jelly, orange marmalade, or cranberry sauce are all great substitutes. These meatballs can be made ahead of time and reheated when needed, making them perfect for party planning.
Easy Instant Pot® Cocktail Meatballs
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS45
These Instant Pot Cocktail Meatballs offer a delightful twist on a classic appetizer, perfect for parties or a quick, satisfying snack. The combination of sweet apricot preserves, smoky barbecue sauce, and a hint of red pepper creates an irresistible flavor profile that will have everyone reaching for more. Versatile and easy to customize, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate48 g
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Cholesterol71 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein15 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium592 mg
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Sugar29 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Sauté function. Add apricot preserves, barbecue sauce, water, and crushed red pepper and whisk together. Add meatballs and stir to coat. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 15 mins Close and lock the lid; turn venting knob to sealing. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build. (15 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Arrange meatballs on a platter with toothpicks and additional crushed red pepper, if desired. (2 minutes)
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Verlie Jones
May 24, 2025These were a hit at our holiday party! I used grape jelly instead of apricot preserves and they were still delicious.
Weldon Jaskolski
Apr 13, 2025My kids loved these! I omitted the red pepper to make them more kid-friendly, and they disappeared in minutes.
Marge Konopelski
Mar 23, 2025So easy and quick to make! I appreciate the time estimates in each step. Will definitely make these again.