Looking for the ultimate crowd-pleasing snack? These Monster Meatball Sliders are the perfect bite-sized solution for game day, Halloween parties, or an easy weeknight dinner. Packed with juicy homemade meatballs, melty cheese, and soft slider buns, this recipe delivers bold flavor in every bite. Pair them with fun Halloween treats like Candy Corn Jello Cups or spooky Witch Cauldron Pudding Cups for a festive spread everyone will love!
Ingredients :
- Italian meatballs – Frozen, fresh, or homemade
- Spaghetti sauce – Any brand you like
- Black olives – For the monster eyes (or use green)
- Slider buns
- Mozzarella cheese – Sliced for monster teeth
Supplies
- Knife
- Toothpicks
- Serving spoon
- Deep frying pan
👩🍳 How to Make Monster Meatball Sliders (Step-by-Step) :
To make Monster Meatball Sliders, start by cutting mozzarella cheese slices into small triangles to create the monster’s teeth and set them aside. Next, heat the meatballs in spaghetti sauce in a deep frying pan over medium heat until warmed through, about 10 minutes. While the meatballs cook, slice black olives and place each slice on the end of a toothpick to form the monster’s eyes—one for each slider.
Spoon 1 to 3 meatballs onto each bottom slider bun, depending on their size. Then, add the mozzarella cheese triangles on top to form the monster’s teeth before placing the top bun. Finally, insert two olive slices on toothpicks into the top bun to create spooky monster eyes, completing your fun and tasty sliders.
Pro Tips for Perfect Monster Meatball Sliders :
- Use fresh or high-quality frozen meatballs for the best flavor and texture. Homemade is always a winner!
- Warm the sauce and meatballs slowly on medium heat to keep them juicy and avoid drying out.
- Cut cheese triangles carefully with a sharp knife to get clean “teeth” shapes—try different cheeses like provolone or white cheddar for variety.
- Secure the olive eyes firmly with toothpicks so they don’t fall off while serving or eating.
- Toast the slider buns lightly before assembling for extra crunch and flavor.
- Add extra toppings like a small basil leaf or a slice of pepperoni for an even spookier look and richer taste.
- Make ahead tip: Assemble the sliders without the olive eyes, then add them just before serving to keep everything fresh and intact.
These Monster Meatball Sliders are a fun, easy, and delicious way to add some spooky flair to your next meal or party. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween bash or just want a creative dinner idea, these sliders are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Try this recipe today and bring some monster-sized fun to your table!
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Cheesy Monster Meatball Sliders That Everyone Will Love
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Description
These Monster Meatball Sliders are a fun and tasty snack featuring juicy meatballs, melty cheese “teeth,” and olive “eyes” on soft slider buns. Perfect for parties, dinners, or Halloween fun!
Ingredients
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Italian meatballs (frozen or fresh)
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Spaghetti sauce
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Slider buns
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Mozzarella cheese slices
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Black olives
Instructions
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Cut mozzarella into triangles for teeth.
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Heat meatballs and sauce in a pan for 10 minutes.
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Skewer olive slices onto toothpicks for eyes.
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Place 1–3 meatballs on each bun bottom.
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Top with cheese triangles and bun top.
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Insert olive eyes into the bun with toothpicks. Serve warm.
Notes
Toast buns lightly for extra crunch.
Use different cheeses for variety.
Add extra toppings like basil or pepperoni for flair.
Assemble eyes just before serving to keep them secure.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
