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Christmas Cranberry Meatballs

Irresistibly Juicy Christmas Cranberry Meatballs Recipe

Delicious Christmas Cranberry Meatballs featuring tangy cranberry sauce and chili sauce, 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: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 can Jellied Cranberry Sauce Substitute with whole cranberry sauce for a chunkier texture.
  • 1 cup Chili Sauce Use barbecue sauce for a different flavor profile.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Omit for a lower sugar option.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Opt for fresh minced garlic if preferred.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to your taste.
For the Meatballs
  • 1 bag Frozen Pre-Cooked Meatballs (beef or turkey) Homemade meatballs can be used if pre-cooked.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Serving bowl
  • toothpicks

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Christmas Cranberry Meatballs
  1. In a large skillet, combine jellied cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes.
  2. Carefully incorporate the frozen pre-cooked meatballs into the bubbling sauce, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and let simmer for 15–20 minutes.
  3. Transfer meatballs to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped parsley or rosemary. Serve with toothpicks for easy snacking.

Nutrition

Serving: 6meatballsCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare the sauce ahead of time for stress-free entertaining! Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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