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Bourbon Apple Butter Meatballs

Irresistible Bourbon Apple Butter Meatballs You'll Love

Delicious Bourbon Apple Butter Meatballs that combine juicy meatballs with sweet warmth, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 24 meatballs
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground beef or ground turkey Choose turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs (preferably panko) Gives a delightful crunch.
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese Adds savory depth.
  • ¼ cup Chopped fresh parsley For color and flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Infuses with flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adds warmth.
For the Bourbon Apple Butter Sauce
  • 1 cup Bourbon Adds rich sweetness.
  • 1 cup Apple butter Brings irresistible sweetness.
  • ½ cup Barbecue sauce Adds tangy depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Enhances umami.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Compliments sweetness.
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup Sliced green onions For fresh flavor.

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef or turkey, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just incorporated.
  2. Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, making approximately 20 to 24 meatballs.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the bourbon, apple butter, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and ground cinnamon until smooth.
  4. Place the shaped meatballs in the bottom of the slow cooker in a single layer and pour the bourbon apple butter sauce over them.
  5. Cover and set the slow cooker to low heat. Cook for 4 to 6 hours, checking around the 4-hour mark for doneness.
  6. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the meatballs to a serving platter, drizzling extra sauce over them.
  7. Sprinkle sliced green onions over the meatballs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Check cooking times as they may vary by slow cooker. Drizzle extra sauce over for added flavor.

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