Easy Christmas Meatball Sliders (Print Version)

Juicy meatball sliders with melty cheese and tangy marinara, ideal for festive or casual occasions.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meatballs

01 - 1 lb ground beef
02 - 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Sliders

09 - 12 slider buns or small dinner rolls
10 - 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
11 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
12 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
13 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
14 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper until just combined.
03 - Shape the mixture into 12 equal meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Bake the meatballs for 15 to 18 minutes, until fully cooked and browned.
05 - Reduce oven heat to 350°F.
06 - Slice slider buns in half horizontally, keeping rolls attached. Arrange bottom halves in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
07 - Spread half of the marinara sauce over the bun bottoms, then place one meatball on each.
08 - Spoon the remaining marinara sauce over the meatballs and sprinkle evenly with shredded mozzarella cheese.
09 - Place the top halves of the buns over the cheese layer.
10 - Combine melted butter, garlic powder, and parsley in a small bowl. Brush mixture over the tops of the buns.
11 - Cover loosely with foil and bake for 10 minutes until heated through.
12 - Remove foil and bake 5 more minutes until cheese melts and buns turn golden.
13 - Remove sliders from oven and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings
  • Melty cheese and tangy marinara combination
02 -
  • Substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef if preferred.
  • Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat.
03 -
  • Do not overmix the meatball ingredients to keep them tender.
  • Brush buns with garlic butter for extra flavor and a golden finish.
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