Description
Juicy cocktail meatballs get a fall-inspired glaze with the perfect blend of sweet apple butter and tangy-smoky BBQ sauce. They’re sticky, saucy, and ideal for game day snacking or cozy autumn gatherings — no fork required.
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb frozen cocktail meatballs (or homemade)
1 cup apple butter
1 cup BBQ sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
½ tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
Make sauce: In a large skillet or saucepan, combine apple butter, BBQ sauce, vinegar, and paprika. Stir over medium heat until smooth and warm.
Add meatballs: Stir in meatballs, cover, and simmer 15–20 min until heated through and coated in sauce.
Serve: Keep warm in a slow cooker for parties, or plate immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 240 / Serving
- Fat: 10g / Serving
- Carbohydrates: 28g / Serving
- Protein: 10g / Serving