My Version of Elvis Party Meatballs
Get ready to wow your guests with "My Version of Elvis Party Meatballs," a sweet-and-savory twist on the classic party favorite inspired by the King himself! These irresistible meatballs are coated in a velvety sauce made from a unique blend of grape jelly, creamy peanut butter, pineapple juice, and a hint of heat from hot sauce. Balanced with savory soy sauce and a touch of brown sugar, the flavor-packed glaze is both nostalgic and bold. Perfectly cooked in just 15 minutes, these easy-to-make meatballs can be served straight from the stovetop or kept warm in a slow cooker, making them the ultimate stress-free appetizer. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and watch them disappear at your next gathering! Keywords: Elvis party meatballs, sweet and savory meatballs, peanut butter sauce, quick party appetizers.
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Ingredients
- 32 count frozen meatballs
- 1 cup grape jelly
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons optional chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the grape jelly, smooth peanut butter, soy sauce, hot sauce, pineapple juice, and brown sugar. Whisk together over medium heat until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
Step 2
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 3
Add the frozen meatballs to the saucepan and fully coat each meatball in the sauce by gently stirring.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the meatballs are heated through and evenly glazed with the sauce.
Step 5
Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish or keep them warm in a slow cooker on the 'low' setting if serving at a party.
Step 6
Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color before serving.
Step 7
Enjoy your Elvis Party Meatballs as a sweet and savory appetizer that everyone will love!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3525.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 10105.7 |
| Total Fat 697.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 244.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1600.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 24397.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 531.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 51.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 248.2g | |
| Protein 444.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1371.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 65.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 7020.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories