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Meatball Sliders

These meatball sliders are warm, gooey mini sandwiches filled with juicy meatballs, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese, all nestled in sweet slider buns. Perfect for gatherings and family meals.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 sliders
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground beef The base for juicy meatballs.
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs For binding and texture.
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese Adds savory flavor and richness.
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder Infuses the meatballs with aromatic flavor.
  • 1/4 cup milk Helps keep the meatballs moist.
  • 1 large beaten egg Binds the ingredients together.
  • 1 tsp seasoning salt Enhances overall taste.
For the Sliders
  • 1 package Kings Hawaiian Original Sweet Pre Sliced Slider Buns Soft and sweet, perfect for sliders.
  • 1 cup marinara sauce Adds sauciness and flavor to the meatballs.
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Melts beautifully, adding creaminess.
  • 2 tbsp melted butter For brushing on the tops, adding richness.
  • 1 tbsp dried Italian seasoning Complements the meatballs and provides herbaceous notes.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic, milk, egg, Italian seasoning, and seasoning salt or salt and black pepper. Mix just until combined.
Cooking
  1. Roll the mixture into 2-inch balls and place in a single layer on an aluminum foil lined baking sheet.
  2. Bake the meatballs at 350°F for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown with an internal temperature of 160°F.
  3. Slice the baked meatballs in half and place in a medium bowl. Pour marinara sauce on top, and gently toss until evenly coated.
  4. Assemble the sliders in a 9x9 inch baking dish starting with the bottom halves of the rolls, followed by half of the mozzarella, then the coated meatballs and sauce.
  5. Add the remaining mozzarella cheese, then the tops of the slider buns.
  6. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Brush the mixture over the tops of the rolls.
  7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops of the rolls are golden brown.
  9. Remove from the oven and cool slightly. Serve warm.

Notes

For best flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like basil or oregano to the meat mixture. Be careful not to overmix the beef to keep meatballs tender. Leftover sliders can be refrigerated or frozen for later use.