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Crispy Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls – Easy Party Sliders Recipe

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These crispy mini grilled cheese Hawaiian rolls combine sweet, buttery Hawaiian rolls with gooey melted cheese and a golden, crunchy crust. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or family snacks, they’re easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (12-pack) Hawaiian rolls (King’s Hawaiian or similar)
  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced or shredded
  • 4 oz provolone or mozzarella cheese, sliced or shredded (optional)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried parsley or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt (skip if using salted butter or salty cheese)
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • Optional: Sliced deli ham or turkey (2-3 slices per roll)
  • Optional: Thinly sliced tomatoes (pat dry)
  • Optional: Jalapeños or pickles

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). If using a skillet, heat over medium-low.
  2. Without separating the rolls, slice the entire pack horizontally to create a top and bottom slab.
  3. In a small bowl, melt butter and stir in garlic powder, dried parsley, and kosher salt.
  4. Place the bottom half of the rolls, cut side up, on a lined baking sheet. Spread mayonnaise evenly over the rolls.
  5. Layer cheddar and provolone or mozzarella cheese evenly across the rolls. Add optional deli meat or tomatoes if desired.
  6. Place the top slab of rolls over the cheese. Brush seasoned butter generously over the tops and sides.
  7. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Uncover and bake another 7-10 minutes until cheese is melted and tops are golden brown and crisp.
  8. Let rolls rest for 2-3 minutes after baking. Cut along the original roll lines to create mini sandwiches.
  9. Serve warm. Enjoy hot and crispy, or at room temperature.

Notes

Use room-temperature cheese for even melting. Brush butter mixture evenly for crisp tops. Cover with foil initially to prevent burning. Let sliders rest before slicing for best results. Can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving. For extra crunch, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end or use a panini press.

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