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Flavorful Crockpot Honey Garlic Meatballs Recipe Easy Party Appetizer

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These crockpot honey garlic meatballs are a quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for parties. Juicy meatballs simmer in a sticky-sweet honey garlic sauce that’s both comforting and addictive.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • ½ lb ground pork
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried parsley (optional)
  • ½ cup honey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp cold water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, panko breadcrumbs, milk, beaten egg, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried parsley. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, about 30 meatballs total.
  3. Optional: Brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil for about 2 minutes per side until crust forms.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, ketchup, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  5. Place the browned or raw meatballs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce evenly over them.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours. If sauce is not thickened near the end, stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Before serving, gently stir the meatballs to coat them fully in the sauce.

Notes

Browning the meatballs before slow cooking adds flavor and helps them hold together. The sauce can be adjusted for sweetness or tang by adding more honey or vinegar. The cornstarch slurry is used to thicken the sauce near the end of cooking. The meatball mixture can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated. For gluten-free, substitute panko with almond flour and soy sauce with tamari.

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