Sweet Bourbon Molasses Party Meatballs are the kind of appetizer that instantly draws a crowd. Sticky, glossy, and rich with smoky sweetness, they deliver bold flavor in every bite while remaining effortless to prepare. Perfect for gatherings, game days, or holiday parties, these meatballs are guaranteed to disappear fast.
The sauce is where the magic happens. Molasses brings deep, almost caramel-like sweetness, while bourbon adds warmth and complexity that keeps the flavor from feeling one-note. Barbecue sauce, Dijon, and soy sauce balance everything with tang and savory depth.
Using frozen or homemade meatballs makes this recipe wonderfully flexible. With minimal prep and a single pan, you can create a party-worthy dish that tastes slow-simmered and indulgent without the extra work.
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Serve these meatballs with toothpicks for easy entertaining, or spoon them over rice for a more substantial option. Either way, they are rich, bold, and irresistibly crowd-pleasing.
Servings: 6–8
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 lbs frozen or homemade meatballs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce
- ¾ cup barbecue sauce
- ½ cup molasses
- ⅓ cup bourbon
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions:
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