Best Cranberry Glazed Cocktail Meatballs Recipes

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CRANBERRY GLAZED MEATBALLS



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If you like you can use your own homemade meatballs, meatballs you already have made or store bought. This is a quick, easy, set-it-and-forget-it recipe for Cranberry Glazed Meatballs. I make these nearly every year for our Christmas gathering and they are always eaten up in no time! If I have time I'll make and use the meatballs from my basic meatball recipe # 8060. Enjoy!

Provided by - Carla -

Categories     Meatballs

Time 35m

Yield 25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (2 lb) bags cocktail meatballs, 1-inch in size
1 (16 ounce) can ocean spray jellied cranberry sauce
1 (12 ounce) bottle chili sauce
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine cranberry sauce, chili sauce, cumin and cayenne pepper in a large saucepan.
  • Cook over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until the cranberry sauce is melted and smooth.
  • Add meatballs; stir gently to coat.
  • Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes or until the meatballs are heated through.
  • Place in a chafing dish or slow cooker to keep warm during the party or gathering.

TURKEY COCKTAIL MEATBALLS WITH ORANGE CRANBERRY GLAZE



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You can make these ahead and freeze them without the glaze, then the day of the party, defrost them and simply reheat in the sauce.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Turkey

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ¼ pounds ground turkey
¼ teaspoon poultry seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 large egg, beaten
¼ cup milk
½ cup plain bread crumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup canned jellied cranberry sauce
½ cup orange marmalade
½ cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon minced Fresno pepper
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix the turkey, poultry seasoning, garlic salt, onion powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Stir in the egg, milk, and bread crumbs. Cover with plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Roll the turkey mixture into balls, about one tablespoon each. Place the meatballs in a single layer in the skillet. Brown meatballs on all sides, flipping occasionally. Place browned meatballs on a clean baking sheet. Set aside.
  • Combine cranberry sauce, marmalade, and chicken broth over medium heat in the skillet used to cook the meatballs. Stir in the jalapeno and Fresno peppers, then return meatballs to skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue to cook until the meatballs are no longer pink in the center and glaze is reduced. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 80.2 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 647.3 mg, Sugar 26.2 g

KITTENCAL'S SPICY GLAZED MINI GARLIC COCKTAIL MEATBALLS



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This may also be made using Lil Smokies in place of meatballs --- these are at there best served from a crockpot with a long fork, you may bake the meatballs, cool then freeze just thaw in refrigerator overnight and drop in the simmering sauce, the meatballs may be oven-baked or cooked in a skillet --- you might need to adjust the sauce ingredients to suit taste, if you like more cranberry flavor then increase the cranberry sauce by half a can or one can --- also see my recipe#69173

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Meat

Time P1DT25m

Yield 50 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs extra lean ground beef
2 -3 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (can reduce amount)
2 small eggs
2 (1 ounce) packages lipton dry onion soup mix
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or use Tabasco, adjust to desired heat level)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 -3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup breadcrumbs (may need more)
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (no more than 1 teaspoon salt or the meatballs will be too salty!)
1 -2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 (8 ounce) cans jellied cranberry sauce, ' (can use 2-1/2 cans or even 3 if desired)
1 1/2 cups Heinz Chili Sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 -3 teaspoons lemon juice
Frank's red hot sauce (to taste)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a large bowl; mix well using clean hands (you might need more breadcrumbs to hold the mixture together).
  • Shape into about 1-inch balls.
  • Place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake 350 degrees for about 22-25 minutes or until cooked through or you may fry in a skillet.
  • For the sauce; in a large saucepan over medium heat blend the cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice (start with 2 tablespoons lemon juice) and hot sauce to taste; mix to combine then adjust ingredients to suit taste if desired.
  • Add in the cooked meatballs and simmer for about 45 minutes.
  • transfer to a chafing dish or crockpot to keep warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.4, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 18.3, Sodium 170.9, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 4.5, Protein 4.7

CRANBERRY GLAZED MEATBALLS



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These meatballs will be a hit at any gathering! The cranberry glaze is super easy to prepare...a just the right amount of sweet.

Provided by Tonna Canfield

Categories     Other Sauces

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 - 32 oz pkgs. frozen meatballs (homestyle - not italian style)
2 can(s) cranberry sauce (jellied)
1/4 c brown sugar
2 Tbsp prepared mustard
6 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • 1. In a saucepan, combine the cranberry sauce, the brown sugar, the mustard, and the apple cider vinegar.
  • 2. Cook and stir over medium heat until the cranberry sauce is melted.
  • 3. Put the frozen meatballs in a six quart crockpot and pour the cranberry glaze over the meatballs.
  • 4. Cook on high 4-6 hours or until hot. Serve hot and enjoy!

CRANBERRY-GLAZED APPETIZER MEATBALLS



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Cranberries balance the spicy flavor of chili sauce in a fabulous holiday appetizer.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 cup finely chopped onion (about 1 medium)
1/2 cup Progresso™ plain bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 bottle (12 oz) chili sauce (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 can (16-oz size) jellied cranberry sauce (1 cup)
60 fresh cranberries, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, stir meatball ingredients until well mixed. Shape into 1-inch balls; place in ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked and no longer pink in center.
  • Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, stir sauce ingredients until well blended. Heat to boiling over medium heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add meatballs to sauce; stir to coat. Cook over medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated. Thread cranberries on toothpicks; stick toothpicks in meatballs to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

CAPE COD COCKTAIL MEATBALLS



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These cocktail meatballs are perfect for a Christmas, New Year's Eve, or any party that you want to impress. They are the first appetizer to go, and everyone wants the recipe. The recipe originated in Cape Cod (cranberry country). Bon appetit!

Provided by Robin Myshrall Ulery

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds ground beef
1 cup bread crumbs
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 eggs
2 tablespoons grated onion
2 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce (such as Ocean Spray®)
1 ½ cups ketchup
2 ½ tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix ground beef, bread crumbs, parsley, eggs, grated onion, soy sauce, and garlic powder in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Pinch off about 2 teaspoons of meat mixture per meatball and roll into small meatballs. Arrange meatballs in a large, deep baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until meatballs are browned, about 25 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  • Combine jellied cranberry sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan and place over medium heat. Stir the sauce until cranberry sauce has melted and brown sugar has dissolved.
  • Pour the sauce over meatballs and bake until sauce forms a glaze and meatballs are no longer pink inside, 25 to 30 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 46.1 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 370.8 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

COCKTAIL MEATBALLS



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These tasty meatballs will disappear quickly from anyone's holiday party. My mom makes them every year for New Years Eve, and now so do I. These do very well in a slow cooker, as you can simmer them before serving, as well as keep them hot for the duration of your party.

Provided by Lara

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
1 egg
2 tablespoons water
½ cup bread crumbs
3 tablespoons minced onion
1 (8 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
¾ cup chili sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, egg, water, bread crumbs, and minced onion. Roll into small meatballs.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once.
  • In a slow cooker or large saucepan over low heat, blend the cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, and lemon juice. Add meatballs, and simmer for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 52.7 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 84.9 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

CRANBERRY GLAZED MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Cranberry Glazed Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Steph_40135

Categories     Pork

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg
1/2 cup cranberry sauce
2 cups cranberry sauce
3 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 drop Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • Meatballs: Combine ingredients, shape into meatballs, bake at 400°F 10 to 12 minutes, turning once.
  • Sauce: Heat sauce ingredients.
  • Put meatballs in casserole. Pour sauce over meatballs. Bake at 350°F for 15 - 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 749.4, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 164.1, Sodium 719.9, Carbohydrate 90.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 74.1, Protein 35.4

CRANBERRY SAUCE MEATBALLS



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Cranberry sauce isn't just for turkey anymore! Combined with a few other ingredients, the Thanksgiving staple makes a perfect meatball topper. -Tammy Neubauer, Ida Grove, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 packages (22 ounces each ) frozen fully cooked Angus beef meatballs
1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Prepare meatballs according to package directions. , In a large skillet, cook and stir remaining ingredients over medium heat until blended. Stir in meatballs; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 266mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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