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Easy Mini Meatball Skewers

Savory Easy Mini Meatball Skewers with Sweet Glaze Magic

These Easy Mini Meatball Skewers are a delectable blend of savory and sweet, sure to please any crowd at your next gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Simmering Time 7 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 24 pieces Mini Meatballs Store-bought or homemade
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Jellied or whole berry
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Your favorite variety
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Can be replaced with honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary Chopped

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • wooden skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Heat over medium until smooth, simmers for 5-7 minutes, then remove from heat.
  2. Cook mini meatballs per package instructions at 400°F for about 12-15 minutes or until fully cooked.
  3. Pour the warm glaze over mini meatballs and toss to coat evenly. Let rest for a minute.
  4. Carefully skewer each glazed meatball with wooden skewers or toothpicks, arranging them on a platter.
  5. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or rosemary and serve warm with extra glaze for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 3skewersCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For a different flavor, consider adding garlic, onion, and parmesan to your meatball mix. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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