Description
Meatball Sub Bites are the ultimate crowd-pleasers, perfect for any occasion, from game day to family dinners. These bite-sized treats feature juicy meatballs simmered in rich marinara sauce, topped with gooey mozzarella cheese, all wrapped in delicious garlic bread rolls. Their unique size makes them an irresistible appetizer that delights both kids and adults alike. Easy to make and fully customizable, these mini meatball sandwiches are a fantastic addition to your party spread or a cozy night in. Serve them with dipping sauces or fresh toppings for an unforgettable treat everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 12 small garlic bread rolls
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Form small meatballs (about 1 inch).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with oil. Brown the meatballs for about 6-8 minutes and drain excess grease.
- Add marinara sauce to the skillet and gently coat the meatballs; simmer for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Slice garlic bread rolls in half and place mozzarella on the bottom half. Add a meatball with marinara sauce on top and another slice of cheese.
- Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg