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Zombie Meatball Sliders

These delightful Zombie Meatball Sliders are perfect for any occasion, combining juicy meatballs in fluffy buns with gooey cheese and playful toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey for a leaner option)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg
  • to taste salt and pepper
For the Sliders
  • 12 pieces slider buns
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese the gooier, the better!
  • Marinara sauce, for dipping
  • Optional toppings: olives, peppers, or gummy eyeballs for a fun touch!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Your house is about to smell AMAZING!
  2. Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, the egg, and salt and pepper. Mix everything well until it’s nicely blended. Don’t be shy—get your hands in there for the perfect mixture!
  3. Shape the Meatballs: Roll the meat mixture into bite-sized meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Cooking
  1. Bake ‘Em Up: Pop those meatballs in the oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until they’re no longer pink in the center.
  2. Assemble the Sliders: Once the meatballs are done, place each one into a slider bun. Top them off with a generous sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
  3. Melt the Cheese: Return the assembled sliders to the oven for another 5-7 minutes, just until the cheese melts and starts to bubble.
Serving
  1. Serve these sliders hot with marinara sauce for dipping. You can always get creative with toppings; black olives even make great little 'eyes' if you're feeling festive!

Notes

These sliders can easily be made in larger quantities for parties. Use whatever you’ve got; ground chicken or seasoned vegetable crumbles work too. Marinara is a classic dipping sauce, but feel free to experiment with other sauces like ranch or buffalo sauce for an extra kick!