Cranberry Sauce Meatball Sliders
Cranberry Sauce Meatball Sliders are a delightful twist on traditional sliders, combining savory meatballs with sweet and tart cranberry sauce for a unique flavor experience.
Ingrédients
Meatball Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
- 1 large egg For a vegan option, use a flax egg.
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Plus more for garnish.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup milk Use non-dairy milk for a dairy-free option.
Cranberry Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/3 cup sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 pinch salt
Slider Components
- 12 pieces slider buns Use gluten-free buns for a gluten-free option.
- 6 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese, halved Feel free to try other types of cheese.
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Meatball Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, parsley, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and milk. Mix gently until just incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into 12 equal meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes until cooked through.
Cranberry Sauce
- While the meatballs are baking, combine cranberries, orange juice, sugar, orange zest, and salt in a small saucepan.
- Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens, about 8 to 10 minutes.
Assembly
- Slice the slider buns horizontally.
- In a baking dish, place the bottoms of the slider buns and set one meatball on each bun.
- Spoon over warm cranberry sauce and add half a slice of cheese atop each meatball.
- Cover with the bun tops, brush melted butter over the buns, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- Bake the assembled sliders for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese is melted and the buns are golden.
Serving
- Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
Consider serving these sliders with a light salad or crispy vegetables to complement the flavors. These sliders are versatile and can be made ahead of time for convenience.