Description

Honey BBQ Crockpot Meatballs are a deliciously tender and juicy dish that will elevate any gathering. Coated in a rich, sticky honey BBQ sauce, these meatballs are both sweet and smoky, making them the perfect crowd-pleaser for game days, potlucks, or family dinners. With minimal effort required, you can whip up this flavorful recipe that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to impress your guests and savor every bite of this mouthwatering experience!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef (80/20 fat ratio)
1 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 small onion (finely chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup honey BBQ sauce
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Hot sauce (optional, to taste)

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
(Optional) Sear the meatballs in a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat until browned on all sides.
In a slow cooker, mix honey BBQ sauce with Worcestershire sauce and optional hot sauce.
Add meatballs to the slow cooker and toss gently to coat in sauce.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until cooked through.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Category: Appetizer/Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 17g
Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: For added depth of flavor, sauté the onions before mixing them into the meatball mixture. Feel free to substitute honey with maple syrup or use a spicy BBQ sauce for an extra kick. To store leftovers, place in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.