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Mini Meatball Sliders

Mini Meatball Sliders

Juicy mini meatball sliders layered with tangy marinara and gooey melted mozzarella on soft slider buns. A crowd-pleasing Super Bowl party food that disappears fast.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
Course: Appetizer, Main
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 0.25 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1.5 cups marinara sauce
  • 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, gently mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  3. Form mixture into 12 small meatballs, about 1½ inches in diameter.
  4. Bake meatballs for 15–18 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. Slice slider buns in half horizontally and place the bottom halves in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  6. Place one meatball on each bun, spoon marinara over top, and layer with mozzarella slices.
  7. Add top buns and brush with melted butter mixed with garlic powder.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Uncover and bake another 5 minutes until cheese is melted and tops are golden.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.

Notes

For best texture, avoid over-saucing the sliders and serve immediately while hot and melty.