Use the slow cooker for these peppery glazed meatballs.

The result is sweet and spicy meatballs that are dressed up for a special occasion.

Do you better Cook Meatballs First?

Southern Living Pepper Jelly Meatballs on a platter to serve

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Yes, its safer and more delicious to cook meatballs before adding them to your slow cooker.

Can You Make Meatballs Ahead?

Transfer them to a ziplock freezer bag and freeze up to 1 month.

Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with aluminum foil.

Lightly coat an 8-quart slow cooker with cooking spray; set aside.

Shape into 34 meatballs (about 2 tablespoons each).

Arrange on prepared baking sheets.

Bake in preheated oven until a thermometer inserted in center registers 160F, about 14 minutes.

Remove from oven; transfer meatballs to prepared slow cooker, discarding any liquid from baking sheets.

Pour mixture over meatballs in slow cooker; toss to coat.

Transfer meatballs to a platter; top with Peppadew peppers, parsley, and any remaining sauce.