Meatball Sub Cupcakes
Meatball Sub Cupcakes are a fun and flavorful twist on the classic meatball sub. These delightful bites feature a savory meatball base topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey cheese, all baked in cupcake form. Perfect for parties or a cozy dinner at home, they promise to impress your guests while being incredibly easy to make. With their eye-catching presentation and mouthwatering aroma, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 cup marinara sauce (plus extra for topping)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 12 cupcake liners
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, marinara sauce, and seasonings until well mixed.
- Scoop about two tablespoons of the meat mixture into each cupcake liner, pressing gently to hold shape.
- Top each with a spoonful of marinara sauce for added moisture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned on top.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, and return to bake for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Finish with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For a healthier option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based protein. - Experiment with different cheeses like provolone or cheddar for varied flavors. - Allow cupcakes to cool slightly before serving for improved taste.