Slow Cooker Raspberry Balsamic Glazed Meatballs Recipe
These Slow Cooker Raspberry Balsamic Glazed Meatballs combine sweet and tangy flavors with tender, fully-cooked meatballs simmered in a luscious raspberry and balsamic vinegar glaze. Perfect for easy entertaining or a tasty family dinner, this recipe offers a simple, hands-off cooking method delivering a delightful appetizer or main dish with the convenience of a slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 to 3 hours on LOW or 1 to 1.5 hours on HIGH
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes to 3 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 32 oz frozen fully-cooked meatballs (about 1 bag)
Glaze
- 18 oz jar raspberry jam
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions
- Add Meatballs to Slow Cooker: Pour the frozen fully-cooked meatballs directly into the slow cooker without thawing.
- Mix the Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the raspberry jam, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Pour the Sauce Over the Meatballs: Pour the prepared glaze evenly over the meatballs in the slow cooker, ensuring they are well coated with the sauce.
- Cook Until Hot and Bubbly: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW heat for 2 to 3 hours, or on HIGH for 1 to 1.5 hours, until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce is bubbling and thickened.
- Stir and Serve: Give the meatballs a good stir to coat them evenly in the glaze, then serve warm as an appetizer or main dish.
Notes
- For best results, use frozen fully-cooked meatballs to save prep time and ensure even cooking.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar according to taste.
- If you prefer a thicker glaze, you can cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
- These meatballs pair wonderfully with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
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