Description
Warm, cheesy sliders made with frozen meatballs and Hawaiian rolls, perfect for parties or easy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 package Hawaiian rolls (12 or 15 count), sliced horizontally
- 1 bag frozen meatballs (beef, turkey, or plant-based), cooked according to package directions (20–24 meatballs)
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano/basil mix)
- 2–3 tablespoons butter, melted (for brushing tops)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the frozen meatballs in a skillet according to package instructions until heated through.
- Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally and arrange the bottom halves snugly in a baking dish.
- Place the warmed meatballs evenly across the bottom layer of rolls.
- Spoon marinara sauce evenly over the meatballs.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella across the sauced meatballs, then dust with Italian seasoning.
- Cover with the top halves of the rolls, pressing lightly to compact.
- Brush the tops with melted butter.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the tops are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, let rest for 2–3 minutes, then slice into individual sliders and serve warm.
Notes
These sliders are versatile; you can use different types of meatballs and sauces. They also freeze well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American