Spaghetti and Meatball Cups
Adorable, handheld bites combining all the cozy flavors of spaghetti and meatballs baked into crispy muffin cups. Perfect for parties, weeknight dinners, or lunchboxes.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease muffin tin. Cook spaghetti al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Roll into 12 small meatballs. Bake on baking sheet for 15 minutes.
- Toss spaghetti with 1/2 cup marinara sauce and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Divide into muffin cups, add a meatball to each, top with sauce and remaining mozzarella.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and edges are golden. Cool for 5 minutes before removing.