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Slow Cooker Bourbon Apple Butter Meatballs

Introduction to Slow Cooker Bourbon Apple Butter Meatballs
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These Slow Cooker Bourbon Apple Butter Meatballs combine tender meatballs with a rich, tangy bourbon and apple butter glaze, perfect for an easy and flavorful appetizer or dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated onion
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup bourbon
  • 1 cup apple butter
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated onion, egg, milk, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them in the slow cooker.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together bourbon, apple butter, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  4. Pour the bourbon apple butter sauce over the meatballs in the slow cooker, ensuring they are well coated.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until meatballs are cooked through and sauce is thickened.
  6. Stir gently before serving to coat the meatballs evenly with the glaze.

Notes

For an extra touch, serve these meatballs over creamy mashed potatoes or alongside crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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