Easy Meatball Sub Bites
Easy Meatball Sub Bites pack a flavorful punch in every bite! Juicy meatballs, melted mozzarella, and zesty marinara sauce come together in soft mini sub rolls to create the perfect snack for game days or cozy nights at home. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, these delightful bites are sure to impress friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (8 bites total) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 4 mini sub rolls (or slider buns)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper; mix until just combined.
- Roll mixture into one-inch meatballs and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Slice open each sub roll and fill with marinara sauce and baked meatballs; top with mozzarella cheese.
- Broil on high for 2-3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter version. Add crushed red pepper flakes for an extra kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.