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Spaghetti Cheese Bites

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Turn spaghetti into a fun, hand-held meal by tucking saucy pasta into soft rolls with layers of melty mozzarella and parmesan. Brush with buttery herbs and bake until crisp and golden. Be creative—use your preferred rolls, toss in extra fillings, and adjust the cheese for your favorite comfort food experience. It's easy to make, perfect for sharing, and guaranteed to please everyone at the table. Simple prep, endless flavor combos, and satisfying bites in one easy dish.

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Ranah
Updated on Fri, 05 Sep 2025 01:45:15 GMT
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Whenever weeknights get wild and everyone wants something that feels like a treat and still fills them up, I whip up spaghetti sliders. These oozy little sandwiches turn leftover spaghetti into a fun, grab-and-eat comfort bite that brings together all the best parts of pasta and garlic bread in one go.

I started making these when I had a mountain of leftover noodles and some extra rolls hanging around. These days, my crew specifically asks to keep noodles just so we can have slider night—they love it.

Irresistible Ingredients

  • Spaghetti with sauce: whatever kind you love or have left brings the coziness and saves you work
  • Creamy mozzarella: grate it up yourself for the best melt, whole milk is top notch
  • Soft buns: any fluffy sandwich roll or even your bakery favorite just needs to be strong enough to hold the filling
  • Savory butter: melt it and brush on top—think crisp and tasty
  • Grated Parmesan: sprinkle this for that salty crunch, go for Parmigiano Reggiano if possible
  • Garlic salt: a little goes a long way for that punch of garlic, a parsley blend makes it bright
  • Italian seasoning: gives a herby classic touch, look for oregano and basil in there

Simple Step-by-Step Guide

Get Your Oven Sheet Ready:
Cover your sheet pan in foil and add some nonstick spray so things won’t get glued on and cleanup is super easy
Start With the Rolls:
Slice the rolls in half, pop the bottoms onto your pan, then cover each with mozzarella--don't forget those edges
Pile on the Spaghetti:
Drop big scoops of your saucy spaghetti onto the cheese, as much or as little as people like piled up in the middle
Another Layer of Cheese:
Top the pasta off with more mozzarella—that way, everything melts together perfectly
Finish the Build:
Put the top halves of the rolls on, then brush the tops with the melted butter to help everything stick and crisp up
Scatter on the Flavor:
Shake on all the grated Parmesan, garlic salt, and Italian seasonings you’d toss on garlic bread—go as heavy as you want
Bake It All Up:
Pop them in a 350-degree oven until the cheese is bubbly and the noodles are hot—figure about 20–30 minutes, depending on how packed they are
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A plate showing sliders filled with cheesy spaghetti and sauce. | bakeitgood.com

It always turns into a contest to see who can pile their slider the tallest. I’m all about maxing out the cheese and never skimping on garlic salt—just like those old garlic bread dinners with my brothers and sisters.

Storage Advice

Stick any extras in a sealed container in the fridge. Heat them up again in your oven or toaster oven to get back that crispy outside. They stay tasty for two days, but trust me, fresh from the oven is when they’re at their cheesiest best.

Swaps and Tweaks

No mozzarella? Use provolone or even cheddar for a twist. Any soft bun works, or try mini ciabatta for extra chew. Want more protein? Toss in meatball slices or cooked veggies right with the spaghetti.

Ways to Serve

These are perfect with a crisp salad and some cut-up fruit for an easy meal. Add a veggie tray or a bowl of minestrone if you want. If you’re feeding a bunch, slice the sliders smaller and people will grab them right up.

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A plate showing sliders stuffed with spaghetti, melty cheese, and bits of meat. | bakeitgood.com

Fun Culture Fact

Turning spaghetti into something you hold and eat is an all-American spin on classic Italian eats. It’s like mixing pasta night with a deli favorite—always gets everyone laughing at the table.

Recipe FAQs

→ What type of bread can I use for this?

For sure! Choose from hamburger buns, kaiser rolls, or any sturdy, soft rolls of your choice to hold everything together.

→ Can leftover pasta work for this?

Definitely! Leftover spaghetti (already sauced) works great. Baking warms it up nicely and adds extra flavor.

→ Which cheeses are best for this?

Mozzarella melts beautifully, while parmesan boosts the flavor. You could also mix in provolone or other Italian cheeses for variety.

→ How do I stop the bottoms from getting soggy?

Drain your spaghetti well and don't over-sauce. Optionally, pre-bake the bottom rolls for an extra crisp base.

→ Can I add meat to the pasta filling?

Of course! Ground beef, sausage, or shredded chicken are all great options. Add what you love or have handy.

Spaghetti Cheese Bites

Golden rolls packed with cheesy spaghetti, baked until perfectly crisp and brushed with butter and herbs.

Prep Time
15 min
Cooking Time
25 min
Total Time
40 min
By: Seham

Category: Tasty Snacks

Skill Level: Easy

Cuisine Style: Italian-American

Output: 5 Servings (5 sliders)

Dietary Preferences: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Main Ingredients

01 Cooked spaghetti and your favorite spaghetti sauce
02 Bread rolls (like kaiser, hamburger buns, or others)
03 Sliced or shredded mozzarella cheese
04 Melted butter for brushing
05 Grated Parmesan cheese
06 Italian spices to your taste
07 Garlic salt, adjusted to preference

Steps

Step 01

Set the oven to heat at 350°F (175°C). Cover a baking sheet with foil and lightly coat it with cooking spray.

Step 02

Slice the rolls into halves and line the bottoms on the baking sheet. Lay mozzarella cheese over the bottom halves and keep the tops aside.

Step 03

Pile your cooked spaghetti (use ground beef or other add-ins if you'd like) over the cheese layer.

Step 04

Sprinkle or lay more mozzarella cheese right on top of the spaghetti.

Step 05

Pop the roll tops back on and brush them with the melted butter. Sprinkle on Parmesan cheese, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning.

Step 06

Place the sliders in the oven and bake uncovered for 20–30 minutes. Take them out when the cheese is gooey and the pasta is warmed through. Times may change based on roll size or how much pasta you used.

Notes and Tips

  1. It's easy to tweak this: add more cheese if you want a stronger cheesy kick or play with the ingredient amounts.

Required Tools

  • Foil-lined baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Brush for spreading butter

Allergy Information

Double-check all ingredients for allergen risks, and consult a healthcare provider if unsure.
  • Includes dairy (cheese, butter)
  • Contains gluten (rolls, spaghetti)

Nutritional Information (per serving)

This data is for informational purposes and should not replace medical advice.
  • Calories: 320
  • Fats: 15 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Proteins: 10 g