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Christmas Cranberry Meatballs

Holiday-Ready Christmas Cranberry Meatballs Everyone Loves

These Christmas Cranberry Meatballs are a sweet and savory appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 meatballs
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 can Jellied Cranberry Sauce Substitute with whole cranberry sauce for added texture.
  • 1 cup Chili Sauce Consider barbecue sauce for a smoky alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can be replaced with honey or maple syrup for variation.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can elevate flavors even further.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste based on your preferences.
For the Meatballs
  • 32 ounces Frozen Pre-Cooked Meatballs Substitute with homemade or alternative meat options for customization.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. In the skillet, combine jellied cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir until smooth, about 5 minutes.
  2. Carefully add the frozen pre-cooked meatballs into the skillet. Stir to coat each meatball with the sauce. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove from heat. Transfer the meatballs to a festive serving dish or a slow cooker. Garnish with fresh parsley or rosemary and serve with toothpicks.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Choose high-quality, pre-cooked meatballs for best flavor. Allow meatballs to simmer for the full 20 minutes to enhance flavor absorption.

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