Slow Cooker Bavarian Meatballs
These easy slow cooker Bavarian meatballs are made with frozen meatballs, beer, onion soup mix, brown sugar, and melted cheese for a rich German-inspired comfort food. Perfect for parties, game day, or served on toasted hoagie rolls with mustard.
- Prep Time: 5 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 4 HOURS
- Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: CROKPOT, Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American, German Inspired
Ingredients
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1 (24–28 oz) package frozen meatballs
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½ cup onion, finely chopped
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¼ cup packed brown sugar
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1 envelope onion soup mix
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1 (12 oz) can beer
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3 cups shredded cheese (Swiss, cheddar, or a mix)
Optional for Serving:
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Toasted hoagie rolls
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Dijon or yellow mustard
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Chopped parsley
Instructions
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Add the frozen meatballs to the slow cooker.
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Sprinkle the chopped onion, brown sugar, and onion soup mix over the meatballs.
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Pour the can of beer over everything.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce is bubbling.
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Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top during the last 15–20 minutes of cooking and allow it to melt.
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Serve warm directly from the slow cooker or pile the meatballs onto toasted hoagie rolls and drizzle with mustard.
Notes
These Bavarian meatballs are great served as a party appetizer with toothpicks, over mashed potatoes or egg noodles, or on toasted hoagie rolls with mustard for an easy sandwich.