Transform your favorite meatball subs into a fun, portable snack with these Meatball Subs on a Stick. They are perfect for parties, game days, a quick family dinner, or a kid-friendly lunch.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Each skewer combines fully cooked meatballs, soft breadstick dough, melted mozzarella, and marinara into an easy handheld bite.
- Easy Prep: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps.
- Kid-Friendly: Fun to eat and easy to serve.
- Versatile: Works as an appetizer, snack, or main dish.
Ingredients
- 12 cooked meatballs (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 package refrigerated breadstick dough or pizza dough
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce, plus extra for dipping
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the dough and cut it into 12 long, thin strips, about 1 inch wide.
Cut the dough into long strips so it can weave around each skewer. -
Thread a dough strip onto a skewer. Add a cooked meatball, fold the dough over it, then repeat with two more meatballs. Wrap the remaining dough around the last meatball.
Weave the dough between three cooked meatballs on each skewer. -
Place the skewers on the baking sheet. Brush the dough with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder.
Brush the dough with olive oil before baking. -
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
Bake until the dough is golden and cooked through. -
Top the warm skewers with mozzarella and a little marinara. Return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes, until the cheese melts. Finish with parsley and serve with extra marinara for dipping.
Serve warm with marinara for dipping.
Tips for Success
- Use cooked meatballs: They must be fully cooked before assembling.
- Soak wooden skewers: Soak them in water for 30 minutes to help prevent burning.
- Choose your dough: Breadstick dough, pizza dough, or crescent dough all work.
- Swap the cheese: Provolone or cheddar can replace mozzarella.
Perfect for Any Occasion
These Meatball Subs on a Stick are easy to share and work beautifully as party food, a weeknight meal, or a lunchbox treat.
Conclusion
With golden dough, saucy meatballs, and melted cheese, these skewers turn a classic meatball sub into a fun, handheld meal.