Grape Jelly Cocktail Meatballs

Grape jelly cocktail meatballs are a very well known appetizer for any gathering. Created in the 1960s, this sweet and savory appetizer will always be a staple to this day and forward!

Im sure you’ve heard of or have had grape jelly cocktail meatballs at least once in your lifetime. They are usually one of the many crockpot recipes that are made at any gathering, but mostly around the holidays.

Grape jelly cocktail meatballs were actually originated in the 1960s, according to my research. It is a pretty interesting mixture. Grape jelly, chili sauce, and meatballs. Good thing this recipe was created, because it is so good! It’s one of those recipes that fill your home with that certain, delicious smell that screams “holiday party!”.

As I was doing my research on the most popular holiday recipes for the 60s, alot of gelatin mold recipes came up. And to be completely honest…I was all set with making something like that. The photos were from the 60s, so I’m sure that didn’t do the gelatin molds any justice, but no. Just no.

Apparently, salads and desserts encased in gelatin molds was a huge thing back then. I just can’t get down with that.

This recipe is as easy as one, two three. Literally…

You dump your bag of frozen meatballs into your slow cooker.

Mix together your grape jelly and chili sauce in a separate bowl.

Dump it on top of the meatballs, cover and cook on high heat for a few hours. Done!

Some of the best party appetizers are ones you can cook in a crockpot. Dump it, cover it, forget it!

You can serve these guys right out of your slow cooker, or add them to a nice serving bowl if you want to be extra!

Enjoy!

Make sure to check out my recipe from the 1950s for green bean bake! https://thehungrylyoness.com/2019/12/05/green-bean-bake/