Best 7 Slow Cooker Bavarian Cocktail Meatballs Recipes

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Slow cooker Bavarian cocktail meatballs are a tantalizing appetizer or main course that will delight your taste buds with their sweet and tangy flavor. Marinated in a delectable blend of brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and a hint of chili sauce, these tender meatballs are simmered to perfection in a rich tomato-based sauce. Their irresistible aroma will fill your kitchen as they cook, creating an ambiance that will have your family and friends eager to indulge in this culinary masterpiece.

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

SLOW-COOKER BAVARIAN COCKTAIL MEATBALLS



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Take a tip from the hofbrau: beer is a great way to flavor meat, as in these ultra-easy appetizers using frozen meatballs.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 6h5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (1-lb.) pkg. (about 64) frozen cooked meatballs, thawed
1 medium onion, sliced
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons beefy onion soup mix (from 2.2-oz. pkg.)
1 (12-oz.) can beer

Steps:

  • In 3 or 3 1/2-quart slow cooker, combine meatballs and onion. Sprinkle brown sugar and soup mix over beef and onion. Pour beer over top.
  • Cover; cook on Low setting for 5 to 6 hours.
  • Just before serving, gently stir mixture to coat meatballs with sauce. Serve with toothpicks. Meatballs can be held on Low setting for up to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1/16 of Recipe, Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 5 g

COCKTAIL MEATBALLS



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These tasty meatballs will disappear quickly from anyone's holiday party. My mom makes them every year for New Years Eve, and now so do I. These do very well in a slow cooker, as you can simmer them before serving, as well as keep them hot for the duration of your party.

Provided by Lara

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
1 egg
2 tablespoons water
½ cup bread crumbs
3 tablespoons minced onion
1 (8 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
¾ cup chili sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, egg, water, bread crumbs, and minced onion. Roll into small meatballs.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once.
  • In a slow cooker or large saucepan over low heat, blend the cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, and lemon juice. Add meatballs, and simmer for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 52.7 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 84.9 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

CONTEST-WINNING BAVARIAN MEATBALL HOAGIES



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When my husband's not manning the grill, I count on my slow cooker. These mouthwatering meatballs are just one reason why. They're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser when I serve them as party appetizers, or spooned over crusty rolls and topped with cheese for irresistible sandwiches. -Peggy Rios, Mechanicsville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 3h15m

Yield 12 sandwiches.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (32 ounces) frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 envelope onion soup mix
1 can (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer
12 hoagie buns, split
3 cups shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine meatballs, onion, brown sugar, soup mix and beer. Cook, covered, on low until meatballs are heated through, 3-4 hours. , Place 5-6 meatballs on each bun bottom. Sprinkle each sandwich with 1/4 cup cheese. Place on baking sheets. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat until cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes. Replace bun tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643 calories, Fat 36g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 1302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SLOW COOKER ZESTY COCKTAIL MEATBALLS



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Can't remember where this came from. Great appetizer, and if you don't have time to make homemade meatballs (even though you should still try to because they are great!). You can buy the store bought ones and put them in the sauce!

Provided by Candace Michelle

Categories     Meat

Time 2h45m

Yield 50 meatballs, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 egg
10 1/2 ounces cab condensed French onion soup
2 cups seasoned stuffing mix or 2 cups seasoned croutons, crushed
2 lbs ground beef
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk egg, then whisk in soup mix. Stir in stuffing or croutons, and add beef. Mix well. Shape into 1 inch meatballs (about 50). Place meatballs in ungreased 15 in x 10 in x 1 in dish.
  • Bake meatballs for 15 minutes at 350°F, or until done. Drain fat. Place in a 3 1/2 quart slow cooker.
  • In a medium bowl combine sauce ingredients. Pour over meatballs.
  • Cover and cook on high about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.4, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 51.8, Sodium 378.4, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 6.3, Protein 11.9

CROCKPOT BAVARIAN MEATBALLS



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This is a delicious recipe that uses frozen cooked meatballs (or your own if you prefer) to ease the preparation, Make delicious hoagies of these meatballs and you'll have some go-o-od eating! The recipe comes from the current TOH Cooking School magazine, submitted by Peggy Rios.

Provided by Lorraine of AZ

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 4h45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package frozen precooked italian-style meatballs, thawed (38 meatballs)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 (1 ounce) envelope onion soup mix
1 (12 ounce) can beer or 1 (12 ounce) can non-alcoholic beer
12 hoagie rolls, split
3 cups shredded swiss cheese (12 ounces)

Steps:

  • Combine the meatballs, onion, brown sugar, soup mix and beer in a 3-1/2 quart crockpot. Cover and cook on LO for 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 hours or until heated through.
  • To make the sandwiches: Place 6 meatballs on each bun bottom. Sprinkle each sandwich with 1/4 cup cheese. Place on baking sheets. Broil 4-6 inches from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Cover each with bun top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.7, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 25, Sodium 556.3, Carbohydrate 39.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 6.5, Protein 13.3

BAVARIAN STYLE MEATBALLS



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These are very good, and very easy; the meatballs are made in cooked in a slow cooker. I sometimes like to add a can of chunk pineapple when I make them, and then I substitute pineapple juice for the water.

Provided by Ter Denlinger

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 4h5m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 fluid ounces tomato-based chili sauce
1 (16 ounce) can whole cranberry sauce
27 ounces Bavarian-style sauerkraut, undrained
1 cup water
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 (16 ounce) package frozen meatballs

Steps:

  • In a medium size mixing bowl, combine chili sauce, cranberry sauce, sauerkraut, water, and brown sugar. Mix well. Pour sauce and meatballs in a slow cooker, stir.
  • Cook, covered, at a medium temperature for 4 hours. Stir occasionally to coat meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.4 calories, Carbohydrate 76.7 g, Cholesterol 49.5 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 1953.5 mg, Sugar 54.2 g

SLOW COOKER BAVARIAN MEATBALL SANDWICH RECIPE



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These slow cooker meatball sandwiches are so easy and delicious

Provided by Contributor

Categories     Main Course

Time 4h5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

32 ounces Frozen Italian meatballs
½ cup diced onion
¼ cup brown sugar
1 envelope onion soup mix
12 ounces coca cola
12 buns (split)
3 cups shredded Swiss Cheese

Steps:

  • In a crockpot combine meatballs, onion, brown sugar, soup mix and Coke. Cover and cook on low for 3.5 to 4.5 hours or until heated through.
  • Place meatballs on each bun bottom and sprinkle with 1/4 C shredded cheese. Place on baking sheets and broil for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Replace bun tops and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 690 kcal, Carbohydrate 49 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 38 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 119 mg, Sodium 866 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 16 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ground beef. The better the quality of the beef, the tastier the meatballs will be.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing will make the meatballs tough.
  • Use a variety of seasonings. This will give the meatballs more flavor.
  • Brown the meatballs before slow cooking them. This will help to keep them moist and flavorful.
  • Use a good quality slow cooker. A good slow cooker will cook the meatballs evenly and prevent them from drying out.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce. This could be a tomato sauce, a gravy, or even a mustard sauce.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker Bavarian cocktail meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can be made ahead of time. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your slow cooker Bavarian cocktail meatballs are perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a tasty and easy-to-make dish, give slow cooker Bavarian cocktail meatballs a try!

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