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Winning Game Day Cranberry Meatballs Recipe

Irresistibly Easy Winning Game Day Cranberry Meatballs Recipe

Prepare a delightful crowd-pleaser with this Winning Game Day Cranberry Meatballs Recipe, effortlessly combining savory meatballs and sweet cranberry sauce.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Keyword: appetizer, crowd-pleaser, easy meatballs, game day recipes, Slow Cooker Recipes, Winning Game Day Cranberry Meatballs
Servings: 8 meatballs
Calories: 200kcal

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Ingredients

For the Meatballs

  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Day-old bread enhances texture and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Enhances sweetness without chopping onions.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Option for fresh garlic if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper Adjust according to taste.

For the Sauce

  • 1 can Whole-Berry Cranberry Sauce Homemade is preferable.
  • ¼ cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Use regular soy sauce if sodium intake is not a concern.
  • ¼ cup Honey or Brown Sugar Honey lends floral notes, brown sugar provides richer depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon or Yellow Mustard Offers a tangy kick.

Instructions

How to Make Winning Game Day Cranberry Meatballs

  • In a large bowl, combine lean ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
  • Take a handful of the mixture and roll it into 1-inch meatballs. Set aside.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the whole-berry cranberry sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, and Dijon or yellow mustard.
  • Place the meatballs in your crockpot and gently pour the sauce over the top. Stir gently to coat the meatballs.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.

Notes

Garnish with fresh herbs for a pop of color. Consider precooking and freezing the meatballs for convenience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatball | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 10mg
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