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Quick & Easy 3-Ingredient Vegan Meatballs (Perfect Appetizer!)

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These 3-ingredient vegan appetizer meatballs are sweet, tangy, and unbelievably easy! Made with your favorite plant-based meatballs, fruit jam, and sweet chili sauce, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for parties, holidays, potlucks, or game day. Just toss everything in a slow cooker or bake until sticky and glazed—no fuss, just flavor! A go-to vegan appetizer everyone (even meat eaters!) will love.

  • Total Time: 15-20 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup of grape jam
  • 1 12. oz. bottle of sweet chili sauce
  • 1 package plant-based meatballs

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Sauce

    1. In a medium bowl, whisk together:

      • ½ bottle of grape jelly

      • 1 bottle of sweet Thai chili sauce

      Stir until fully combined and smooth. Set aside.

    2. Step 2: Cook the Meatballs

      Slow Cooker Method:

      • Place frozen vegan meatballs into the slow cooker.

      • Pour the prepared sauce over the meatballs, coating them evenly.

      • Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours.

      Pressure Cooker (Slow Cook Mode):

      • Set your pressure cooker to slow cook mode.

      • Add frozen vegan meatballs and pour the sauce on top.

      • Close the lid and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours.

      Stovetop Method:

      • In a large sauté pan, cook frozen vegan meatballs over medium heat until heated through.

      • Pour in the sauce, stir to coat, and simmer for a few minutes until hot and bubbly.

    3. Step 3: Serve and Enjoy!

      • Transfer to a serving dish or leave in the slow cooker to keep warm.
      • Serve the meatballs warm with toothpicks for an easy, grab-and-go appetizer that’s perfect for parties, potlucks, or game day spreads.
  • Author: Lindsey
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: appetizer
  • Method: pressure cooker, slow cooker, stove top
  • Diet: Vegan