Slow Cooker Raspberry Balsamic Glazed Meatballs is the perfect blend of sweet and savory, offering a wonderful twist on a classic appetizer. These tender meatballs are simmered in a rich sauce made from tangy balsamic vinegar and sweet raspberry preserves.

Slow Cooker Raspberry Balsamic Glazed Meatballs

If you’re looking for more appetizer recipes, Cheesy Vidalia Dip and Creamy Cheese Fondue are great recipes to try.

Be careful if you bring these meatballs to a party, you will probably have to bring them to every single gathering from now on.

The combination of raspberries and balsamic vinegar makes this recipe a winner. Meatballs with jam go hand in hand.  

You can make your own homemade meatballs or start with frozen meatballs if you’re short on time. I like to make a large batch of pre-cooked meatballs and keep them in the freezer.

Sometimes, frozen meatballs hold up better than homemade meatballs, so if you’re taking this recipe to a party, it’s better to be safe than sorry. (For frozen pre-cooked meatballs, I like Trader Joe’s best.) 

The great thing about this raspberry jam slow cooker recipe is that by cooking it in a Crockpot, you can free up your oven or stovetop space for any gathering you may have. This recipe makes the best party meatballs.  

I found this tasty slow cooker meatball recipe in the 100 Best Holiday Appetizers Cookbook years ago, and it’s still one of my favorite appetizer recipes.

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“Cooking is like painting or writing a song. Just as there are so many notes or colors, there are only so many flavors – it’s how you combine them that sets you apart.” – Wolf Gang Puck

Ingredients to Gather

• Meatballs: These tender meatballs soak up the rich and tangy flavors of the slow-cooker raspberry balsamic sauce.
• Raspberry Preserves: Lend a sweet and fruity depth to the sauce, balancing the savory balsamic glazed meatballs with a burst of rich berry flavor.
• Balsamic Vinegar: Adds a tangy and slightly acidic note that perfectly complements the sweetness of the raspberry preserves.
• Sugar: Enhances the natural sweetness of the raspberry preserves while mellowing the acidity of the balsamic vinegar.
• Worcestershire Sauce: Brings a savory umami depth to the raspberry balsamic glazed meatballs.
• Ground Ginger: Adds a warm, subtle spice to the sauce.
• Red Pepper Flakes: Introduces a gentle kick of heat, providing a lively contrast to the sweetness of the raspberry sauce.

Ingredients

2 lb bag fully cooked frozen meatballs 

1 cup raspberry preserves 

3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 

3 tablespoons sugar 

1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 

1 teaspoon ground ginger 

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 

Directions

1. Spray the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray and add frozen meatballs. 

2. Combine raspberry preserves, sugar, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes, and ginger in a medium saucepan over medium heat and cook until the preserves are melted.  

3. Pour the balsamic raspberry sauce over frozen meatballs in slow cooker.  

4. Cook for HIGH for 2 – 2 1/2 hours or LOW for 5 hours in the slow cooker. Stir occasionally. Make sure the meatballs are completely cooked through.  

5. Serve with toothpicks.  

Tips

• You can substitute any other fruit preserves for the raspberry preserves.
• Fresh ginger in place of ground ginger is optional.
• Add more pepper flakes if you like a bit more kick.
• For a garnish, you can top the raspberry balsamic meatballs with chopped chives or sesame seeds.
• You can also serve these meatballs over white rice for a yummy meal.  

Storage Tips

Cool the raspberry balsamic meatballs before storing. They will last 3-4 days in the fridge in an airtight container.

Raspberry balsamic meatballs can be frozen stored in an airtight container or freezer bag. They will last up until three months in the freezer.

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I created a balsamic glazed meatballs pin for you above to add to your appetizer board on Pinterest to refer back to this recipe.  

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