Holiday Cranberry Orange Meatballs
Sweet, tangy, and perfectly glazed—these festive meatballs are a must-have appetizer for your holiday parties or Christmas dinner spread.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes (or 2–4 hours slow cooker)
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings
- Category: Appetizer, Holiday
- Method: Stovetop or Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1½ lbs frozen or homemade meatballs (beef, turkey, or chicken)
1 can (14 oz) whole berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup orange marmalade
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Instructions
Prepare the Glaze:
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberry sauce, orange marmalade, and soy sauce. Stir until melted and combined into a smooth glaze (about 5 minutes).
Add Meatballs:
Add frozen (or fully cooked homemade) meatballs to the saucepan or a slow cooker.
Simmer:
Simmer on the stovetop for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until meatballs are heated through and coated.
OR
Cook in a slow cooker on LOW for 3–4 hours or on HIGH for 1.5–2 hours.
Serve:
Serve warm with cocktail picks or toothpicks. Garnish with chopped parsley or orange zest for a festive touch, if desired.
Notes
Use turkey meatballs for a lighter holiday option.
Add a splash of orange juice for a more citrus-forward flavor.
Keep warm in a slow cooker for serving at parties.
Easily doubled for larger gatherings.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/holiday-cranberry-orange-meatballs/
