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Christmas Cranberry Meatballs

Festive Christmas Cranberry Meatballs for Easy Holiday Joy

Quick and festive Christmas Cranberry Meatballs are a delightful sweet-savory treat perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Jellied Cranberry Sauce For a chunkier texture, use whole cranberry sauce.
  • 1 cup Chili Sauce Substitute with barbecue sauce if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Enhances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic is a good alternative.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Meatballs
  • 24 pieces Frozen Pre-cooked Meatballs Beef or turkey options work well.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, combine the jellied cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper. Heat over medium heat, stirring until smooth and bubbly, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the frozen pre-cooked meatballs to the skillet. Stir well to coat the meatballs in the sauce. Cover and simmer on medium-low for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Once warmed through, transfer meatballs to a serving bowl or keep in a slow cooker. Garnish with parsley or rosemary if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These meatballs are freezer-friendly! Make a double batch and store half in an airtight container for up to 2 months.

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