Easy Christmas Cranberry Meatballs
These Easy Christmas Cranberry Meatballs are a festive holiday appetizer made with juicy frozen meatballs simmered in a sweet and tangy cranberry-chili sauce. Ready in under 25 minutes, they're perfect for parties, potlucks, or cozy family dinners.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
Meatballs and Sauce
- 1 package frozen meatballs pre-cooked, about 32 oz
- 1 can cranberry sauce about 14 oz
- 1 cup chili sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well over medium heat until smooth.
- Add the frozen meatballs directly into the sauce. Stir to coat evenly.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Transfer to a serving dish or slow cooker to keep warm. Garnish with fresh cranberries or chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve warm as a delicious addition to your holiday appetizers table.
Notes
- Use pre cooked meatballs to save time.
- You can make this ahead of time and reheat gently.
- Avoid overcooking the sauce to retain its glossy texture.
- Homemade meatballs can also be used if cooked fully before adding to the sauce.