Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 12 slider rolls
– Optional: fresh spinach or arugula for topping
Instructions
Creating Cranberry Sauce Meatball Sliders is easy if you follow these steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should have approximately 24 meatballs.
4. Bake the Meatballs: Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
5. Heat the Cranberry Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, heat the cranberry sauce in a small saucepan over low heat until warmed through.
6. Assemble the Sliders: Once the meatballs are cooked, cut the slider rolls in half. Place a few meatballs on the bottom half of each slider roll. Spoon some cranberry sauce over the meatballs, then top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Melt the Cheese: Place the assembled sliders back in the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Serve: Remove from the oven and add any optional toppings such as spinach or arugula. Place the top half of the slider rolls on and serve warm.
By following these steps, you’ll create a delicious batch of Cranberry Sauce Meatball Sliders that are sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 sliders
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 20g