Sweet and Sour Meatballs or Little Smokies – A Tasty Party Favorite
Servings
8–10
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCooking time
20
minutesCalories
50–300
kcalLooking for an easy and crowd-pleasing dish for your next party, potluck, or game night? Try these Sweet and Sour Meatballs or Little Smokies! They’re simple to make, full of sweet and tangy flavor, and perfect for serving warm in a slow cooker. Whether you use frozen meatballs or little smokies (mini sausages), this dish will disappear fast. It only takes 3 ingredients and a few minutes of prep!
Main Ingredients:
1 (32 oz) bag frozen meatballs or 2 (14 oz) packs little smokies
1 cup grape jelly
1 cup barbecue sauce (any kind you like – sweet, smoky, or spicy)
Optional: Add 1–2 tablespoons of chili sauce or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
Directions
- Add to slow cooker: Place the meatballs or little smokies into your slow cooker.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, stir together grape jelly and barbecue sauce until smooth.
- Combine: Pour the sauce over the meatballs or smokies and stir to coat everything evenly.
- Cook:
Low setting: Cook for 4–6 hours
High setting: Cook for 2–3 hours
Stir once or twice during cooking. - Serve: Keep on “warm” setting for parties, or serve directly from the pot with toothpicks.
Recipe Video
Notes
- You can also heat this on the stove: simmer in a large saucepan over medium-low heat for about 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
This recipe is super easy to double or triple for larger crowds.
Use turkey meatballs or beef – both work well.
Great for holidays, birthday parties, or snack tables.
Leftovers store well in the fridge for 3–4 days and can be reheated easily.
