Description
Creamy Crockpot Swedish Meatballs are the epitome of comfort food. Bursting with rich flavors, these tender meatballs are simmered in a luscious creamy sauce that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, this dish is effortless to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, allowing busy cooks to enjoy a homemade meal without the hassle. Serve these delectable meatballs over fluffy mashed potatoes, hearty egg noodles, or steamed rice for a wholesome experience that feels like a warm hug on chilly nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- ½ lb ground pork
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef and pork, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; mix gently until combined.
- Shape into golf-ball-sized meatballs (about 20-24 total).
- In another bowl, whisk together beef broth, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.
- Lightly grease the crockpot and arrange meatballs inside; pour sauce over them.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until meatballs are tender.
- To thicken sauce, create a roux with melted butter and flour; stir into the crockpot about 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For gluten-free options, use gluten-free breadcrumbs. Feel free to add fresh herbs like dill for extra flavor.