Easy Instant Pot® Cocktail Meatballs

A twist on the grape jelly cocktail meatballs that everybody loves. This recipe uses apricot preserves, but feel free to use grape, orange marmalade, or even cranberry sauce - they're all delicious! Try different flavors of barbecue sauce too! These make the perfect party appetizer, especially when you're low on time!

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 347 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup water
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 (12 ounce) jar apricot preserves
• 1 (12 ounce) bottle hickory-flavored barbecue sauce
• 24 ounces frozen cocktail-size meatballs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Step 2

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add apricot preserves, barbecue sauce, water, and crushed red pepper and whisk together. Add meatballs and stir to coat.

Step 3

Close and lock the lid; turn venting knob to sealing. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 4

Arrange meatballs on a platter with toothpicks and additional crushed red pepper, if desired.