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Mini Meatball Sliders

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Ingredients

For the meatballs:

1 lb ground beef (or half beef, half pork for extra flavor)

1 egg

½ cup breadcrumbs

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp Italian seasoning

½ tsp onion powder

Salt and pepper to taste

For assembling:

1 pkg (12-count) Hawaiian rolls or small slider buns

1½ cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)

1½ cups shredded mozzarella (or sliced provolone)

2 tbsp butter, melted

½ tsp garlic powder

1 tsp parsley (optional)

🔥 Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Make the meatballs:

In a bowl, combine ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Mix gently until combined. Roll into small meatballs (about 1 inch).

Bake the meatballs for 15–18 minutes, until cooked through.

Warm the marinara sauce in a saucepan. Add cooked meatballs and simmer for 5 minutes so they soak up flavor.

Prepare the rolls:

Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half (keeping the top and bottom layers intact).

Place the bottom halves in a baking dish.

Assemble:

Spoon a little marinara onto each roll bottom.

Add a meatball, more sauce, then cheese.

Place the top halves of the rolls on.

Brush tops with melted butter mixed with garlic powder and parsley.

Bake uncovered at 375°F for 10–12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and tops are golden.

Slice and serve warm!

🍴 Tips & Variations

Use frozen meatballs for a shortcut — just heat in marinara before assembling.

Add a slice of fresh basil or sprinkle red pepper flakes for extra kick.

For a party platter, keep them warm in a crockpot on “warm” setting with a little extra marinara on the bottom.