Easy Meatball Sub Bites
Easy Meatball Sub Bites are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for game day or family gatherings. These bite-sized treats combine juicy meatballs enveloped in warm, crusty sub rolls, generously topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. With a burst of savory flavors in every bite, they are effortless to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Enjoy these delicious morsels as appetizers or as a hearty main dish that brings everyone together!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup marinara sauce (plus extra for serving)
- 4 sub rolls
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Slice sub rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Spoon marinara sauce onto each side of the roll and add 2-3 meatballs per roll.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sub bites (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: You can substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Enhance flavors by adding chopped herbs like parsley or basil. For extra cheesiness, sprinkle more mozzarella before serving.