Mini Meatball Subs (Easy Air Fryer Recipe!)
- SFSugar Free
Made in the air fryer and wrapped in a flaky croissant pastry, these mini meatball subs are perfect for an easy game day appetizer or a delicious school lunch option. Made with a few simple ingredients and ready to go in no time at all.
Ingredients
- 1 package crescent rolls
- 8 mozzarella mini balls or string cheese cut into cubes
- 8 frozen meatballs, slightly warmed
- grated parmesan cheese
- marinara sauce, optional for serving
- sport food picks, optional for serving
- fresh fruit, optional for lunchbox side
- preferred sweet treat, optional for lunchbox side
Instructions
- Heat the meatballs slightly through in microwave.
- Open the crescent rolls and in each triangular piece place a meatball and mozzarella ball inside; sprinkle over grated parmesan cheese and roll from top to bottom to form 8 balls.
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees; lightly spray basket and place the balls inside, leaving room for the dough to rise.
- Air fry for 3-4 minutes, until dough is puffed and golden.
- Place a toothpick into each ball and serve with marinara sauce if desired.
- Into the side compartments of lunchbox (if using), place fresh fruit and preferred sweet treat.