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BBQ Meatball Sliders Recipe Easy Homemade Sweet Hawaiian Rolls Snack

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Juicy, tender meatballs drenched in tangy BBQ sauce nestled inside soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls, perfect for game days, casual dinners, and last-minute get-togethers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian seasoned)
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ small onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • A pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 12 sweet Hawaiian rolls
  • Optional toppings: sliced pickles, shredded cheddar, coleslaw
  • Butter for brushing rolls

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, Parmesan, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly.
  3. Roll the mixture into roughly 24 small meatballs, about 1 to 1.25 inches in diameter.
  4. Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them out.
  5. Bake for 15-18 minutes until browned and cooked through (internal temp 160°F).
  6. While meatballs bake, combine BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, and cayenne pepper in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat, stirring occasionally.
  7. Transfer baked meatballs to the saucepan and gently toss to coat. Simmer on low for 3-5 minutes.
  8. Slice Hawaiian rolls horizontally, keeping them attached if possible. Brush tops lightly with melted butter.
  9. Spoon 2 meatballs onto each roll. Add optional toppings if desired. Close sliders and place on a baking sheet.
  10. Toast sliders in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes to warm through and melt cheese if added.
  11. Serve warm.

Notes

Do not overmix meatballs to avoid toughness. Use a scoop for uniform size. Warm BBQ sauce gently to avoid bitterness. Buttering rolls before toasting adds flavor and texture. Can brown meatballs in skillet before baking for extra flavor. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour and use gluten-free rolls.

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