For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of heavy cream along with the yogurt for an even richer sauce. If you don't have steak sauce, a dash of balsamic vinegar or Worcestershire sauce can be used as a substitute. Serve over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley for a burst of freshness.
Slow Cooker Swedish Meatballs
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME2 hrs 10 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 30 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS30
Savor the delightful taste of homemade Swedish meatballs simmered in a velvety, creamy sauce. This slow cooker version brings ease and incredible flavor together, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate8 g
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Cholesterol146 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein23 g
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Saturated Fat13 g
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Sodium581 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat27 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepIn a medium bowl, gently combine ground beef, rolled oats, beaten egg, minced garlic, allspice, ginger, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overmix (about 1 minute). Roll the mixture into approximately 17 meatballs, using about 2 tablespoons per meatball.
02
StepHeat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and let it melt. Add the meatballs and brown on all sides for about 4 to 6 minutes, ensuring a nice sear. Reduce heat to medium, turn meatballs over, and cook for another 3 minutes. Transfer browned meatballs to your slow cooker, reserving the rendered fat in the skillet.
03
StepReturn the skillet to medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and the flour (1 tablespoon), whisking constantly to create a roux (about 30 seconds). Gradually whisk in the water, beef base, and steak sauce, scraping up any flavorful browned bits from the skillet's bottom. Bring the mixture to a boil, whisking until the sauce thickens slightly (about 1 minute). Pour the sauce over the meatballs in the slow cooker.
04
StepCover the slow cooker and cook on High for 2 hours or on Low for 4 to 5 hours, allowing the meatballs to become tender and infused with the creamy sauce.
05
StepIn a small bowl, remove about 1/4 cup of the hot liquid from the slow cooker. Slowly whisk in the Greek yogurt to temper it, preventing curdling. Gently stir the tempered yogurt mixture back into the slow cooker. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
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Hudson Crooks
Jun 17, 2025I added a pinch of nutmeg to the meatball mixture and it gave it a lovely warmth. Definitely a keeper!
Gillian Aufderhar
Jun 3, 2025The sauce was a bit thin for my liking, so I added a cornstarch slurry in the last 30 minutes to thicken it up. Worked perfectly!
Alayna Rippin
Mar 18, 2025This recipe was so easy and the meatballs were incredibly tender! My family loved it!