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Italian Hawaiian Roll Meatball Sliders

Italian Hawaiian Roll Meatball Sliders That Wow Every Guest

These Italian Hawaiian Roll Meatball Sliders are a crowd-pleasing delight, perfect for gatherings and effortlessly delicious.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sliders
  • 12 rolls Hawaiian Rolls King Arthur buns are best for this recipe.
  • 18 meatballs Meatballs Use store-bought frozen Italian-style meatballs or homemade.
  • 2.75 cups Marinara Sauce Rao's marinara is a top choice.
  • 14 slices Mozzarella Cheese Ensure even coverage.
For the Topping
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Essential for browning the rolls.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 0.5 cups Parmesan Cheese Finely grated for the best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for those who enjoy a little spice.

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in 1 teaspoon of garlic salt and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano.
  3. Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally and place the bottom halves in the prepared baking dish cut-side up.
  4. Layer the cooked meatballs evenly over the bottom halves of the Hawaiian rolls.
  5. Evenly distribute marinara sauce over the meatballs.
  6. Cover the meatballs and sauce with slices of mozzarella cheese.
  7. Place the top halves of the Hawaiian rolls on the cheese layer and press down lightly.
  8. Brush the melted butter mixture over the tops of the rolls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
  10. Allow the sliders to rest for about 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliderCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Meatballs should be halved for even heating. Allow sliders to rest after baking for easier serving.

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