Description
These Honey Buffalo Crockpot Meatballs combine the sweetness of honey and apricot preserves with the spicy kick of hot sauce, slow-cooked to tender, flavorful perfection. Perfect as a party appetizer or a savory snack, they require minimal prep and deliver maximum taste using your crockpot.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 2 lbs frozen meatballs
Sauce
- 1/4 cup apricot preserves
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Frank’s Hot Sauce (or your favorite hot sauce)
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard
Garnish (Optional)
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: Place the 2 lbs of frozen meatballs into a 3-4 quart crockpot, spreading them evenly to ensure even cooking.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup apricot preserves, 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup Frank’s Hot Sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon mustard. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the sauce over the meatballs in the crockpot. Stir gently to coat all meatballs evenly with the sauce. Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 4 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent the sauce from burning and to keep meatballs well coated.
- Serve and Garnish: Once cooked, serve the meatballs directly from the crockpot. If your crockpot has a warm setting, use it to keep the meatballs warm during your gathering. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired for a fresh touch.
Notes
- Using frozen meatballs saves prep time and ensures consistent texture.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the spiciness.
- Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent sauce from sticking and burning.
- For a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Great for parties and potlucks due to easy slow cooking and serving directly from crockpot.
