Best 6 Holiday Buffet Meatballs Recipes

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For the perfect holiday party appetizer, look no further than these delicious holiday buffet meatballs. These bite-sized meatballs are packed with flavor and can be easily customized to suit your taste. From classic Italian meatballs to tangy Swedish meatballs, there's a recipe here for everyone. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dish that will be the star of your next holiday buffet.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUFFET MEATBALLS



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I need only five ingredients to fix these easy appetizers. My grape jelly and ketchup meatballs make an appearance at almost every potluck and party. -Janet Anderson, Carson City, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 4h10m

Yield about 10-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup grape juice
1 cup apple jelly
1 cup ketchup
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 package (64 ounces) frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine juice, jelly, ketchup and tomato sauce. Cook and stir over medium heat until jelly is melted., Place meatballs in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Pour sauce over the top and gently stir to coat. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until heated through. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

HOLIDAY APPETIZER MEATBALLS



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These beefy meatballs are a perennial favorite at our holiday parties. You won't believe how easy these holiday appetizers are to make. -Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h5m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pound ground beef
SAUCE:
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , In a large skillet over medium heat, brown meatballs; drain. Place in a 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Combine the sauce ingredients. Pour over meatballs. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

HOLIDAY BUFFET MEATBALLS



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I received this recipe from a dear neighbor many years ago. The meatballs are very good and easy to make and the sauce ingredients are items that you would normally have on hand. If you have the meatballs, you can whip up this appetizer in a snap.

Provided by SAXEYGIRL

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (38 ounce) package frozen cooked meatballs, thawed
1 cup ketchup
¾ cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 beef bouillon cube

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C). Place meatballs in a casserole dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until warmed through, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, cloves, garlic salt, and beef bouillon cube in a saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring often. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Pour sauce over meatballs; cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Continue baking in oven until meatballs are hot, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 74.5 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 574.3 mg, Sugar 18.1 g

CROCK POT BUFFET MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Crock Pot Buffet Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     Meat

Time 4h5m

Yield 11 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup grape juice
1 cup apple jelly
1 cup ketchup
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
4 lbs frozen italian style meatballs

Steps:

  • In saucepan, combine juice, jelly, ketchup and tomato sauce.
  • Cook and stir over medium heat until jelly is melted.
  • Place meatballs in crock pot, pour sauce over meatballs and stir to coat.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.1, Fat 0.2, Sodium 361.8, Carbohydrate 31.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 24.9, Protein 0.8

HOLIDAY MEATBALLS



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These meatballs are always popular. They can be made a day ahead and reheated. I use currant jelly but they are usually made with grape jelly.

Provided by Kitchen Quarterback

Categories     Meat

Time 6h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups chili sauce
1 cup currant jelly
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 lb lean ground beef
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a crock pot, combine the chili sauce, jelly, and mustard; cover and cook on HIGH while preparing meatballs.
  • In a large bowl, combine beef, egg, bread crumbs, salt and pepper; mix thoroughly; shape into 30 mini meatballs.
  • Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lightly coated with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Bake at 400 for 15-20 minutes; drain well.
  • Add the meatballs to the sauce, stir to coat.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 7 hours.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.7, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 63.3, Sodium 921.2, Carbohydrate 41.5, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 27.1, Protein 13.9

ABSOLUTE BEST HOLIDAY MEATBALLS, CROCK POT (OR NOT)



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Our take on the traditional grape jelly meatballs. We have tried lots of this kind of recipe, and find we like this one best. It is a "must have" for any holiday party or football get together. If I don't serve this, there will be no place I can hide....

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 4 pounds meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 lbs frozen precooked meatballs, thawed
32 ounces ketchup
32 ounces grape jelly
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (optional) or 1 tablespoon hot chili sauce (optional)
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons onion flakes

Steps:

  • Place ketchup, jelly, hot sauce, garlic powder and onion flakes in a small saucepan, and stir over medium heat until jelly melts and everything is well mixed.
  • Place meatballs in a crock pot or large sauce pan and cover with sauce, stirring to mix everything up.
  • Heat on low setting for 20 minutes on the stove or several hours in the crock pot, until meatballs are hot and sauce sticks to them well. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 823.6, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 2614.3, Carbohydrate 215.5, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 167, Protein 4.6

Tips:

- For the best flavor, use a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal. - Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best results. - Add a bit of bread crumbs to help bind the meatballs together. - For a moister meatball, use milk or water instead of eggs. - Don't overmix the meatball mixture, or the meatballs will be tough. - Brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium heat before simmering them in sauce. - Simmer the meatballs in a flavorful sauce for at least 30 minutes, or until they are cooked through. - Serve the meatballs with spaghetti, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

These holiday buffet meatball recipes are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. With their succulent flavors and easy-to-follow instructions, these meatballs are the perfect addition to any holiday spread. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to make some delicious meatballs that will surely impress your guests!

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