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Pull-Apart Meatball Sliders

Savory Pull-Apart Meatball Sliders That Steal the Show

These Pull-Apart Meatball Sliders combine garlic, parmesan butter, and cheesy meatballs for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 sliders
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground beef Choose a good-quality beef for rich flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the flavor profile
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Adds a gentle kick
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Infuses a garlicky punch
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herbs A classic blend
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Helps bind the meatballs
  • 1 egg egg Acts as a binding agent
For Cooking
  • Olive oil For cooking
For Assembling Sliders
  • 1 cup marinara sauce Classic and tangy
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Melts beautifully
For Garlic Parmesan Butter
  • ⅓ cup melted butter Adds moisture
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic Elevating flavor
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese Gives a savory depth
For Garnish
  • Freshly chopped parsley For visual appeal
For Serving
  • 8 slider rolls slider rolls Soft and perfectly sized

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine all meatball ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Form into 12 equal-sized meatballs.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook meatballs for 8-10 minutes until browned.
  3. Cut slider rolls in half and place bottom halves in a greased baking dish. Spoon marinara sauce over the rolls.
  4. Place cooked meatballs on top of the marinara sauce layer and pour additional marinara sauce over the meatballs.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs.
  6. Mix melted butter, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese and brush over the sliders.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 15-20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is golden.
  8. Remove from oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
  9. Serve warm with extra marinara for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliderCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cool completely before storing in an airtight container. Reheat gently for best texture.

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