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Honey BBQ Crockpot Meatballs

Honey BBQ Crockpot Meatballs

Honey BBQ Crockpot Meatballs are the ultimate easy appetizer or weeknight dinner solution, featuring tender, flavor-packed meatballs simmered in a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce, simplifying deliciousness for busy cooks.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Prep + Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound pre-cooked frozen meatballs beef, pork, or a blend
  • 1 (18 ounce) bottle favorite BBQ sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch black pepper optional
Optional garnishes
  • sesame seeds optional
  • chopped green onions optional
  • drizzle of extra honey optional

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper (if using). Ensure everything is thoroughly combined until the sauce is smooth.
    1 (18 ounce) bottle favorite BBQ sauce, 1/3 cup honey, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, Pinch black pepper
  2. Place the frozen, pre-cooked meatballs directly into your slow cooker.
    1 pound pre-cooked frozen meatballs
  3. Pour the prepared honey BBQ sauce mixture evenly over the meatballs, making sure to coat them as much as possible.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours, or on high heat for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce is bubbling and slightly thickened.
  5. Once cooked, stir the meatballs to ensure they are well coated in the glossy sauce. Serve hot.

Notes

can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2-3 months.