Magic Meatball Crackers

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Try these magic little meatball sliders served on toasty crackers. They are perfect crispy and salty bites of gooey cheese and rich meatball flavor.

By
Nicole McLaughlin
Nicole McLaughlin
Nicole McLaughlin

Nicole McLaughlin produces the educational and entertaining food series from Allrecipes; You Can Cook That. She is known for her relatability with the home-cook audience. With over 20 years in the culinary world, she is able to effectively deliver a bounty of knowledge, with a side of sarcastic wit.

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Updated on September 7, 2023
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crackers stuffed with cheese and meatballs
Servings:
12
Yield:
24 meatball crackers
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • 1/2 lb ground sirloin

  • 2 tablespoons minced onion

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 3 tablespoons milk or half and half

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten

  • 1/3 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

  • 48 saltine crackers

  • 6 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 24 thin slices

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

  • ½ cup marinara sauce for serving, or as needed

Directions

crackers stuffed with cheese and meatballs

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  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

  2. Combine sirloin, oinon, garlic, milk, salt, pepper, basil, oregano, and egg in a bowl and mix. Stir in breadcrumbs until well combined. Spread meat
    mixture in a thin layer evenly on top of 24 crackers. Top with a slice of mozzarella cheese and 2nd cracker.

  3. Place crackers on a baking sheet and brush the tops evenly with olive oil.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven until meat is golden brown around the edges and cooked through and cheese is melted, 10 to 12 minutes.

  5. Serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

243 Calories
15g Fat
15g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 243
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 5g 23%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 436mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 12g 23%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 135mg 10%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 200mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.