Sweet and Sour Crock Pot Meatballs (Printable)

Tender meatballs in tangy peach-apricot sauce. Perfect effortless appetizer or weeknight dinner.

# What You Need:

→ Meatballs

01 - 2 pounds frozen fully cooked meatballs

→ Sauce

02 - 1 cup peach or apricot preserves
03 - 1/2 cup ketchup
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
05 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
06 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Optional Garnishes

10 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
11 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together peach or apricot preserves, ketchup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, garlic powder, ground ginger, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
02 - Place frozen meatballs in a 4-6 quart slow cooker without thawing.
03 - Pour prepared sauce over meatballs and gently toss to coat evenly, ensuring all meatballs are submerged.
04 - Cover slow cooker and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or on HIGH for 1.5-2 hours until meatballs are heated through and sauce is bubbly.
05 - Gently stir before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm as an appetizer with toothpicks or over rice as a main dish.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Effortless Prep: Only takes 5 minutes to whisk the sauce and get everything into the crock pot.
  • Perfect Balance: The peach or apricot preserves provide a beautiful fruity sweetness that balances the savory soy sauce.
  • Versatile: Ideal for game days, holiday parties, or simple weeknight dinners over rice.
  • Dairy-Free: A great option for those with dairy sensitivities.
02 -
  • Check Labels: Always double-check ingredient labels for allergens such as soy, wheat, or gluten in both the meatballs and the sauces.
  • Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free soy sauce or tamari if you need the dish to be gluten-friendly.
  • Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days and reheated gently.
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