Easy Meatball Sub Bites
Easy Meatball Sub Bites are a delightful twist on the classic meatball sub, combining juicy, savory meatballs with gooey mozzarella cheese and rich marinara sauce—all served in soft mini sub rolls. Perfect for game days, parties, or casual family dinners, these bite-sized morsels are sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 (one bite-sized sub per serving) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 8 mini sub rolls
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Slice mini sub rolls in half. Place one meatball in each roll and drizzle generously with marinara sauce.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and broil for about 2 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite-sized sub
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken. Enhance the taste by incorporating chopped herbs like basil or oregano into the mix. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days; simply reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.