Description
These Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs combine juicy, smoky meatballs with crispy bacon, tangy BBQ sauce, and a splash of bold bourbon, all topped with melty cheddar cheese inside a toasted sub roll. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game-day gatherings, or indulgent comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef π₯©
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled π₯
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs π₯
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce π₯«
- 2 tbsp bourbon πΎ
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese π§
- 4 sub rolls π₯
- 1 tbsp olive oil πΏ
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, crumbled bacon, breadcrumbs, BBQ sauce, bourbon, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Form the mixture into evenly sized meatballs (about 1.5 inches in diameter).
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Transfer the meatballs to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked.
- While the meatballs bake, toast the sub rolls in the oven until golden and slightly crispy.
- Place the cooked meatballs into the toasted sub rolls, top with shredded cheddar cheese, and let the cheese melt slightly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Equipment


Hybrid Nonstick Frying Pan, 12-Inch, Stay-Cool Handle
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Knife Set β 14 Pcs UltraSharp
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Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls With Airtight Lids
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Notes
- Use freshly grated cheddar for maximum meltiness.
- Adjust the bourbon to your preference or omit for a kid-friendly version.
- Donβt skip browning the meatballs β it locks in moisture and adds flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking & Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Bourbon BBQ Bacon Meatball Subs, Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs, BBQ Meatball Sandwich