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Meatball Sub Bites

Get ready for a flavor touchdown with this quick and easy Meatball Sub Bites recipe. Packed with all the goodness of a traditional meatball sub, these small bites are perfect for game day, family TV, or game night fun. Using frozen meatballs and crescent rolls, these appetizers are not only delicious but also quick to make, ready in under 30 minutes.  These bite-sized Meatball Bites will score big with your family and friends.  

 

meatball sub bites

 

We all love meatball subs don’t we?  Savor the taste of comfort food reimagined with our bite-sized Meatball Sub Bites. This easy-to-make appetizer is a true crowd-pleaser, packing all the flavors of a classic meatball sub into tiny, mouthwatering bites. Using frozen meatballs and crescent rolls, they’re ready in less than 30 minutes. Perfect for game days, family TV or game night fun. 

 

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frozen meatballs and crescent rolls

 

Sink your teeth into these mouthwatering Meatball Bites and take your tastebuds on a flavorful journey.  These meaty cheesy little meatball sub bites are delicious in can be ready in less than 30 minutes.  They make a great additional appetizer for game days, family TV or game night fun.  They’re the perfect combination of juicy meatballs, pasta sauce coated goodness, and cheesy delight. No time for a messy sandwich? No problem! These Mini Meatball Sub Bites deliver all the flavors you love, without the fuss.

 

 

Meatball Sub Bites Recipe:

 

meatballs, pasta sauce, crescent rolls and seasonings

 

Ingredients

  • 8-ounce package crescent roll dough
  • 16 frozen meatballs
  • ½ cup marinara sauce, divided
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  •  ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½  teaspoon parsley
  • ½  tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

 

Equipment Needed:

  • Pizza Cutter or Sharp Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Sheet Pan 
  • Parchment paper
  • Basting Brush

 

How to make Meatball Sub Bites with frozen meatballs and crescent rolls:

 

triangles of dough

 

Preheat your oven to 375° F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.    Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into the triangles.  Using a pizza cutter (or sharp knife), cut each triangle in half to form two smaller skinnier triangles.

 

frozen meatballs on crescent rolls

 

Cut each slice of cheese into four strips and place one strip on each crescent roll triangle.  Place one meatball on the widest end of each crescent roll triangle strip.  Place a small amount of the marina sauce in a small bowl and brush each meatball with the sauce.  

 

crescent dough around a meatball

 

Roll the crescent dough with cheese around the meatball and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Continue with all the rest of the meatballs. 

 

brushing bites with melted butter

 

Bush each crescent wrapped meatball with the melted butter completely coating it.  Measure the garlic powder, parsley, and parmesan cheese in a small bowl and mix well.  

 

frozen meatballs and crescent rolls

 

Sprinkle the top of each butter coated meatball sub bites with the garlic parsley cheese mixture.  Place the sheet pan  in preheated oven and. bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until the crescent roll dough is golden brown.

 

meatball sub bites

 

Remove from oven and serve these appetizers with more marinara on the side. 

 

Everyone loves a good meatball sub, right? That juicy meatball, tangy sauce, and melted cheese… Yum!   And why should it be a whole meal affair? If you were craving a classic Italian sub but didn’t have the time for a messy sandwich, you could have all that in one bite.  These Meatball Bites are deal for those game nights, family TV time, or just for those mini hunger pangs.  They pack all the flavor without the fuss.  Plus, it’s quick and so easy to make. Ready to roll these out?

 

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Meatball Sub Bites

This quick meatball sub bites recipe has all the flavors of a meatball sub in one little bite. Make these easy appetizers by using frozen meatballs and crescent rolls.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Appetizer Recipe
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: frozen meatballs and crescent rolls, meatball sub bites
Servings:
Calories: 147kcal
Author: Evelyn Osborn

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 8-ounce package crescent roll dough
  • 16 frozen meatballs
  • ½ cup marinara sauce divided
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon parsley
  • ½ tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375° F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into the triangles. Using a pizza cutter (or sharp knife), cut each triangle in half to form two smaller skinnier triangles.
  • Cut each slice of cheese into four strips and place one strip on each crescent roll triangle. Place one meatball on the widest end of each crescent roll triangle strip. Place a small amount of the marina sauce in a small bowl and brush each meatball with the sauce.
  • Roll the crescent dough with cheese around the meatball and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Continue with all the rest of the meatballs.
  • Bush each crescent wrapped meatball with the melted butter completely coating it. Measure the garlic powder, parsley, and parmesan cheese in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Sprinkle the top of each butter coated meatball sub bites with the garlic parsley cheese mixture. Place the sheet pan in preheated oven and. bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until the crescent roll dough is golden brown
  • Remove from oven and serve the meatball bites with more marinara on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 206mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 255IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 0.5mg

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