Description
These Hot Pepper Jelly Meatballs are the perfect balance of sweet and spicy! With a deliciously rich sauce made from hot pepper jelly, barbecue sauce, soy sauce, and garlic powder, these meatballs are packed with flavor. Easy to make and perfect for parties, game day, or a quick weeknight dinner! #HotPepperJellyMeatballs #SweetAndSpicy #EasyAppetizer #MeatballRecipe #SpicyMeatballs #PartyFood #GameDaySnacks #QuickDinner #Appetizers
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds frozen meatballs (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup hot pepper jelly
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce:
In a large saucepan or skillet, combine the hot pepper jelly, barbecue sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and apple cider vinegar. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the jelly is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. - Add the Meatballs:
Once the sauce is ready, add the frozen meatballs to the saucepan. Stir gently to coat each meatball evenly in the sauce. - Simmer the Meatballs:
Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the meatballs simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will allow the meatballs to heat through and absorb the delicious sauce, creating a nice glaze on the outside. - Serve:
Once the meatballs are heated through and well-glazed, remove them from the heat and serve immediately. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- If you like extra spice, increase the amount of hot pepper jelly or add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- You can use either homemade or store-bought meatballs for convenience. If you prefer, you can even make your own meatballs for a more personalized touch.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
- These meatballs can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Reheat in a saucepan with extra sauce to prevent them from drying out.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14
- Cholesterol: 40 mg