Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Delicious Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 4.4 from 90 reviews
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 sliders
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Meatball Sliders are the ultimate party-friendly appetizer, featuring tender beef or Italian-style meatballs smothered in marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, all nestled inside soft slider buns. Topped with a flavorful garlic and Italian seasoning butter, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of fresh parsley, these sliders are baked to golden perfection for an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Slider Assembly

  • 12 slider buns
  • 12 cooked beef or Italian-style meatballs
  • 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Topping

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and set aside.
  2. Assemble Slider Bottoms: Slice each slider bun in half horizontally. Place the bottom halves evenly in the prepared baking dish, creating a base for the sliders.
  3. Add Meatballs: Place one cooked meatball on each bun bottom, gently pressing them slightly flat to fit and secure.
  4. Spoon Sauce and Cheese: Evenly spoon marinara sauce over each meatball. Then, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously on top of the sauced meatballs.
  5. Top the Sliders: Place the top halves of the slider buns over the assembled meatballs and sauce, covering each slider.
  6. Prepare Butter Topping: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with garlic powder and dried Italian seasoning until combined.
  7. Brush and Sprinkle: Brush the seasoned butter mixture generously over the tops of the buns. Then sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over all the sliders.
  8. Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes to allow the cheese to melt and flavors to meld.
  9. Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and slightly crispy.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Serve the sliders warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use frozen meatballs for convenience or homemade meatballs for a more flavorful experience.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce for a spicy kick.
  • Leftover sliders reheat well in a conventional oven to maintain texture and flavor.

Did you make this recipe?

Share a photo and tag us — we can't wait to see what you've made!

Find it online: https://cozycookingideas.com/meatball-sliders-the-ultimate-amazing-recipe-you-need-to-try-recipe/