Frozen meatballs in the crockpot are one of the easiest appetizers you can make. Guests love the zippy flavor of grape jelly, bbq sauce, and horseradish simmered together. A must-try kid-favorite!
This 4-ingredient meatball recipe is great for birthday parties, slumber parties, barbeques, potlucks and more! It is quick, simple and delicious.
For more easy appetizers, check out our Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers, Crab Artichoke Dip and Fruit Salad With Watermelon. All gluten-free!
Crockpot Meatballs
We can honestly say there is nothing challenging about these frozen meatballs. Simply dump all the ingredients into a slow cooker and leave to simmer.
Making one of the best crockpot appetizers, these bbq meatballs also make a great dinner option. Serve alongside mashed potatoes, rice, gluten-free pasta or your favorite side dish.
In addition to grape jelly meatballs, No Boil Crockpot Mac and Cheese, Crockpot Chicken Legs, Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes and Pulled Pork Sliders make great appetizers for any occasion. You can bet on at least a few of these recipes featured for Superbowl this year!
To get started, gather the equipment and ingredients then follow the written instructions or printable recipe card. Enjoy!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 22 ounces frozen meatballs ✅
- 1 cup grape jelly ✅
- 1 cup bbq sauce ✅
- 1 tablespoon horseradish ✅
Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.
How To Make
Add the meatballs to the crockpot. Add the jelly, bbq sauce, and horseradish. Stir well then place the lid on the crockpot.
Cook
Cook on high for 1 hour or low for 2-4 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Place leftover meatballs into a container and let cool before placing on the lid and storing in the fridge for up to 5 days.
To reheat, microwave in 30-second increments until hot, stirring as needed.
If planning to keep the meatballs in the slow cooker for an extended period of time such as for an event or party, you may need to add 1-2 Tablespoons of water after a few hours if the sauce seems like it is drying out.
Pick any appetizer such as Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp, Ninja Air Fryer Chicken Wings, Gluten Free Salmon Cakes or Dairy Free Deviled Eggs. Serve as the main entree paired with Pan Fried Sliced Potatoes, Mashed Potato Bites, Roasted Frozen Vegetables, Roasted Broccoli and Carrots or Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes.
We typically use Sweet Baby Ray’s; however, any gluten-free variety will work. From vinegar-based to mustard-based, find a bottle that you prefer.
Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.
- Use a large slow cooker for a full recipe or half the recipe and use a mini crock pot.
- Serve extra sauce for meatballs on the side in case someone wants more for dipping.
- Turkey or beef frozen meatballs can be used in this recipe.
- You do not need to thaw the meatballs for this recipe.
More Recipes with Meatballs
- Gluten Free Chicken Meatballs
- Gluten Free Meatballs
- 10-Minute Healthy Turkey Meatballs
- Easy Swedish Meatballs with Frozen Meatballs
- Instant Pot Spaghetti and Frozen Meatballs
CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.
Frozen Meatballs in the Crockpot
Ingredients
- 22 ounces frozen meatballs ✅
- 1 cup grape jelly ✅
- 1 cup bbq sauce ✅
- 1 tablespoon horseradish ✅
Instructions
- Prep the meatballs. Add the meatballs to the crockpot. Add the jelly, bbq sauce, and horseradish. Stir well then place the lid on the crockpot.22 ounces frozen meatballs, 1 cup grape jelly, 1 cup bbq sauce, 1 tablespoon horseradish
- Cook. Cook on high for 1 hour or low for 2-4 hours.
Notes
Storage Instructions
Place leftover meatballs into a container and let cool before placing on the lid and storing in the fridge for up to 5 days.Reheating Instructions
To reheat, microwave in 30-second increments until hot, stirring as needed. CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination. The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.Nutrition
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