Best 2 Honey Buffalo Meatball Sliders Recipes

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**Indulge in a Flavorful Culinary Adventure with Honey Buffalo Meatball Sliders: A Symphony of Sweet, Savory, and Spicy Delights**

Take your taste buds on a tantalizing journey with these delectable Honey Buffalo Meatball Sliders. Featuring tender, juicy meatballs smothered in a luscious honey buffalo sauce, sandwiched between soft, pillowy slider buns, these sliders are a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Accompanying this main attraction are three additional recipes that elevate the slider experience to new heights: a creamy blue cheese dressing for a tangy kick, a refreshing cucumber salad for a crisp contrast, and a delectable roasted red pepper spread for an extra layer of roasted sweetness. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

HONEY BUFFALO MEATBALL SLIDERS



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These little sliders deliver big Buffalo chicken flavor without the messiness of wings. The spicy-sweet meatballs are a hit on game day with kids and adults alike. -Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 package (24 ounces) frozen fully cooked Italian turkey meatballs, thawed
Additional hot sauce, optional
Bibb lettuce leaves
12 mini buns
Crumbled blue cheese
Ranch salad dressing, optional

Steps:

  • In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, mix the first 6 ingredients until smooth. Stir in meatballs until coated. Cook, covered, on low 2-3 hours, until meatballs are heated through., If desired, stir in additional hot sauce. Serve meatballs on lettuce-lined buns; top with cheese and, if desired, dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524 calories, Fat 21g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 1364mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

MEATBALLS IN HONEY BUFFALO SAUCE



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My family loves the sweet and spicy combination and declared this recipe an instant favorite just for that reason. The meatballs start sweet but finish with a little heat! -Anne Ormond, Dover, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h45m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
15 Ritz crackers, crushed
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup 2% milk
4 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground veal
SAUCE:
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup Buffalo wing sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons orange marmalade
2 tablespoons apricot spreadable fruit
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Hot cooked rice or pasta
Sliced celery, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Combine first 10 ingredients. Add meat; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape meat mixture into 1-1/2-in. balls; bake on a greased rack in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan lined with foil until lightly browned, 12-15 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together sauce ingredients until brown sugar is dissolved., Transfer meatballs to a 3-qt. slow cooker; add sauce. Cook, covered, on low until meatballs are cooked through, about 2 hours. Serve with hot cooked rice or pasta and, if desired, sliced celery., Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatballs and sauce in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, stirring gently; add water or broth if necessary. Serve as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 14g protein.

Tips:

  • For a crispier meatball, pan-fry them in a skillet over medium heat until browned on all sides before adding them to the sauce.
  • If you don't have time to make your own meatballs, you can use frozen or store-bought meatballs.
  • To make the honey buffalo sauce, use high-quality hot sauce and honey. The better the ingredients, the better the sauce will taste.
  • If you like your sauce extra spicy, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • Serve the sliders immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing.

Conclusion:

These honey buffalo meatball sliders are the perfect party food or game day snack. They're easy to make, delicious, and always a hit with a crowd. So next time you're looking for a fun and flavorful appetizer, give these sliders a try. You won't be disappointed!

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