Description
Sticky, slightly smoky, and effortlessly party-ready honey bourbon meatballs made in a slow cooker, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
- 40 frozen meatballs (about 2 — 20 oz packages)
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Optional: cornstarch slurry for glazing
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together ketchup, honey, bourbon, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, kosher salt, and ground black pepper until smooth and combined.
- Place the frozen meatballs into the slow cooker in an even layer.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the meatballs and gently toss to coat.
- Cook on high for 1 hour, stirring gently once or twice during this hour.
- After 1 hour, reduce to low and cook for an additional 2 hours.
- For a thicker glaze, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water and stir into the meatballs, then cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Use pre-cooked frozen meatballs for easy preparation. Serve with toothpicks at parties or over rice or mashed potatoes for a meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American