Ultimate BBQ Meatball Sliders (Made with Blues Hog)
You know how some foods just bring out everyone’s inner gremlin? Yeah. That’s these sliders. The second I pulled these BBQ meatball sliders out of the oven, my family turned into a pack of hungry raccoons at a dumpster buffet. I’m talking elbows flying, sauce everywhere, total chaos. Honestly—it was kind of impressive.
And the secret? Blues Hog BBQ sauce. Sweet, smoky, tangy, sticky perfection. Once you caramelize it a little with the meatballs, it clings like the world’s best BBQ glue. Combine that with gooey melted cheese and buttery little rolls and—well, let’s just say no one at your table will be acting civilized.
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Here’s the part that makes these sliders next-level: I grabbed a cup, outlined circles on the top of the rolls, then used a serrated knife to cut little holes. Pulled out some bread, added a swipe of BBQ sauce on the bottom, dropped in the meatball, brushed garlic butter over top, added sliced cheese, and into the oven they went.
Result? The meatballs don’t roll off. No chasing them across your plate. No sauce on your shirt (well… less sauce, anyway). Just perfect bite-sized sandwiches that stay put. It’s like engineering meets comfort food.
Why These Sliders Are the MVP
- They’re crowd-pleasers—great for gameday, parties, or when you just need a dinner win.
- They’re customizable—swap cheeses, play with toppings, but promise me you’ll keep the Blues Hog BBQ.
- They’re ridiculously easy—minimal effort, maximum chaos at the table.
And please, for the love of BBQ, don’t skip the final drizzle of Blues Hog over the top. That’s the mic drop.
So, whether you’re hosting a watch party or just want to see your family fight over food in real time (highly entertaining, by the way), these Ultimate BBQ Meatball Sliders are about to become your new favorite.
Ultimate BBQ Meatball Sliders (Made with Blues Hog)

Ingredients
- 1 package cocktail rolls about 12 rolls
- 12 cooked meatballs homemade or store-bought
- 1 cup Blues Hog Original BBQ Sauce plus extra for drizzling
- 2 tablespoons garlic butter melted butter mixed with garlic or garlic powder
- Sliced cheese mozzarella, cheddar, or your favorite
Instructions
- Prep the meatballs: Cook meatballs according to package or recipe. Toss them in Blues Hog Original BBQ Sauce and let them caramelize a little in the pan.
- Cut the rolls: Use a cup to outline circles on the tops of each roll, then carefully cut out holes with a serrated knife. Pull out some bread to make little pockets.
- Bake: Place empty rolls in your baking dish. Brush the tops with garlic butter, and bake at 400°F for 6 minutes to get them toasted.
- Assemble: Spread a little BBQ sauce in the bottom of each pocket. Place a saucy meatball into each hole, then top with cheese.
- Bake again: Bake for another 6-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. (checking frequently)
- Finish: Drizzle with extra Blues Hog BBQ Sauce before serving.