Sloppy Joe Stuffed Rolls
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These comforting Sloppy Joe Stuffed Rolls are a convenient and family-friendly twist on the classic sandwich! Similar to my Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese, this is an easy dinner recipe that's fantastic for busy weeknights but also great for parties or game day gatherings.
With a combination of familiar, nostalgic flavors and a unique presentation, these amazing stuffed sloppy joe rolls will become an instant family favorite. Serve with a side of Creamy Pesto Pasta Salad or my Chipotle Lime Coleslaw for the perfect meal!
Quick Look: Stuffed Sloppy Joe Rolls
- ⏱️ Prep Time: 20 minutes
- 🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
- 👨👩👧👦 Servings: 12
- 📊 Calories: ~300 kcal per serving
- 🥣 Ingredients: ground beef, garlic, onion, bell pepper, tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper, shredded cheese, rolls
- ⭐ Difficulty: Easy, great for easy dinners
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
So Simple to Make: These rolls are perfect for quick and easy dinners, meal prep or to freeze for later.
Fun to Eat: Stuffing hollowed out rolls with a delicious meat mixture results in an amazing finger food that kids and adults will both enjoy!
Familiar, Classic Taste: This recipe relies on a nostalgic sloppy joe filling with all of the flavors you know and love.
For even more delicious recipe options, try my Sloppy Joe Casserole or this Deviled Egg Pasta Salad!
Ingredients Needed
- Ground Beef: Turkey or ground chicken can also be used.
- Bell Peppers: I use both red and green bell peppers for some color variety.
- Seasonings: I use garlic powder, onion powder, and some red pepper flakes for a little bit of kick.
- Cheese: You can use whatever cheese you prefer.
- Rolls: Something like an Italian bread or hoagie roll works best.
How to Make this Sloppy Joe Stuffed Rolls
- Step 1: Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium high heat until mostly browned.
- Step 2: Add diced peppers, onions, and garlic and cook until softened.
- Step 3: Mix in the ketchup, tomato sauce, mustard, sugar, and seasonings. Simmer until thickened.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, carve out the insides of your rolls so they're hollow.
- Step 5: Fill each roll about halfway with sloppy joe mixture.
- Step 6: Add some shredded cheese to the roll.
- Step 7: Stuff the roll the rest of the way with the meat.
- Step 8: Place on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 350 for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly crispy on the exterior.
Recipe Tips
- I buy 8-inch rolls, which are great to cut in half for the perfect portion sizes.
- For a slightly lighter result, you can use ground turkey or even ground chicken instead of the beef.
- Pepper Jack and Colby Jack are great cheese options, but you could also use American cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, or Provolone.
- Buy blocks of cheese and shred it yourself for a meltier consistency.
Recipe FAQ's
Hoagie rolls, Italian rolls, or bolillo rolls work well for this recipe since they'll have a nice sturdy exterior. If all else fails, you can still serve these on hamburger rolls or Hawaiian rolls for a more classic presentation.
If you find the filling leaks through the bread, you can spread a small amount of mayo on the inside of the rolls to act as a barrier. Also be sure to drain excess grease or liquid from the filling before adding it to the rolls.
If you have leftovers, store the meat separately from the rolls in an airtight container. The filling should last for 3 to 4 days. To reheat, microwave or return to a skillet over medium heat. You may need to add some water to prevent the filling from drying out as you reheat.
Yes, the filling can be made a day or two ahead of time and then added to the hollowed out rolls when it comes time to heat up your sandwiches!
Yes, the meat mixture can be frozen for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw fully in the fridge before adding it to your rolls. You can also freeze assembled stuffed rolls for several months, then thaw and bake as directed.
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Stuffed Sloppy Joe Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs pound ground beef or turkey
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion diced
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper diced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper optional optional
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese Pepperjack or Colby Jack
- 6-8 Rolls unsliced
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, stir together tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper, until well combined. Set aside.
- Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, onions, and peppers and cook until no longer pink, breaking apart, and stirring as the meat cooks. Drain fat, then return to the heat add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes. Pour sauce over browned meat, stir, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- While the sauce is simmering, cut your rolls in half and hollow out the inside with a paring knife.
- Add some sloppy joe filling into the bottom of the roll.
- Add some shredded cheese on top and gently pack it in.
- Stuff the roll with more filling and gently press and place onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the rolls on a baking sheet for 15 minutes or until just lightly crispy on the outside. Serve!
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Notes
- Depending on the size of your rolls will really depend on exactly how many you get. I buy rolls that are 8 inches.
- Can't find unsliced stuffed rolls? Unsliced hoagie rolls, bolillo rolls, or small Italian bread loaves all work great. If all you can find are sliced sandwich buns, simply spoon the filling onto the buns instead of hollowing them out. The flavor is just as delicious!
- To freeze: Wrap each unbaked roll in plastic wrap and place in a large Ziploc freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and bake as directed.
Yay Scott! They are a huge fav in our house 🙂
Made these tonight and they were great
So each bun makes two SJ rolls?