Slow Cooker Hot Honey Meatballs
Need something easy for potlucks, game day, or parties? These slow cooker Hot Honey Meatballs are the kind of recipe you’ll want to keep in your back pocket. They’re simple to make, kid-friendly, and always a crowd favorite.
These meatballs are sweet, savory, and just a little spicy. The hot honey gives them a warm kick without being overwhelming, so both kids and adults will enjoy them. They’re sticky, saucy, and perfect for snacking straight from the slow cooker.
This is the definition of a set-it-and-forget-it recipes. Add everything to the slow cooker, let it bubble away, and come back to perfectly cooked meatballs. They’re great for game day spreads, family gatherings, or any time you need a hearty appetizer that won’t let you down.
What Is Hot Honey?
Hot honey is honey infused with chili peppers or red pepper flakes, giving it a sweet heat that’s both spicy and sticky. It’s can be drizzled over pizza, fried chicken, biscuits, or even cheese boards for a spicy boost of heat.
You can make hot honey at home or buy it in most grocery store. It’s become a go-to condiment for adding sweet spice to everyday meals.
Every Slow Cooker Is Different
Try this recipe once when you’re not in a hurry, so you know how your slow cooker handles it. Every slow cooker runs a little differently, and testing first helps you nail the timing. Avoid stirring too much while they cook, this can break the meatballs apart.
What You Need To Make Hot Honey Meatballs
The ingredients are simple and easy to keep on hand. Frozen meatballs make prep fast, while the sauce comes together with a few pantry staples. Since hot honey has become popular it’s available almost everywhere.
- Meatballs
- Ketchup
- Brown sugar
- Hot honey
- Soy sauce
- Garlic
- Hot sauce
Got Leftovers?
Keep any leftovers covered tightly in the fridge for up to 3 days. They reheat well in the microwave or on the stovetop, and the flavor is just as good, if not better, the next day.
Hot Honey Meatballs
Ingredients
- 28 oz bag homestyle fully-cooked frozen meatballs frozen
- 2 cups ketchup
- 1 ½ cups brown sugar packed
- ½ cup hot honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- Hot sauce to taste
Instructions
- Pour the meatballs into a large slow cooker
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, hot honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic
- Pour the mixture over the meatballs in the slow cooker
- Cover and cook for 3–4 hours on low or 2 hours on high until the meatballs are hot and the sauce is thickened
- Add hot sauce to taste
- Serve hot
