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Warm melted mozzarella cheese, the mild kick of pepperoni, and scrumptious pizza sauce all baked between sweet Hawaiian rolls glazed with a melted butter mixture of Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese is this delectable pizza sliders recipe. It’s a simple and classic slider that pleases all crowds!

A pile of three warm pizza sliders with melted cheese spilling out the sides waiting to be gobbled up!

These sliders are just another form of pizza so what’s not to love? Our family never turns down the opportunity to have more pizza combinations! Warm and tasty these perfect pizza sliders are easy to whip together and customize with your favorite toppings so they really can make everyone happy. Eat these sliders as an easy weeknight main dish or as a great appetizer to any party too!

How to make the Best Pizza Sliders

Sliders are one of the best easy meal ideas out there. Maybe I should have called them quick and easy pizza sliders? I promise once you get the hang of it, the options are endless and you will be making them mindlessly.

Ingredients

  • 1 (12 count) package of Sweet Hawaiian Rolls
  • Pepperoni
  • Shredded Mozzeralla Cheese
  • Shredded Parmesan
  • Pizza Sauce, Marinara or Spaghetti Sauce
  • Melted Butter
  • Oregano
  • Garlic Powder
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • Dash of Salt

Directions

In a small bowl whisk together the melted butter, oregano, garlic powder, grated parmesan cheese, and salt. Set aside.

Next, in a medium bowl combine both the shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. Set aside.

Now, take the Hawaiian rolls out of the package in one piece and slice them in half creating a top and bottom slab leaving all the individual rolls together.

A picture of all the ingredients that make pizza sliders: shredded mozzarella cheese, pizza sauce, pepperoni, sweet Hawaiian rolls, and a yummy butter sauce.

Place the bottom slab cut side up in a lightly greased 9×13 baking dish and coat evenly with the pizza sauce. You can use as little or as much as you prefer depending on how saucy you want the sliders.

Spaghetti sauce covered slab of sweet Hawaiian rolls in a baking dish.

Next, take the shredded cheese mixture and sprinkle it on top of the pizza sauce followed by a layer of pepperoni. Here’s where you can add extra toppings too like banana peppers, mushrooms, ground sausage or a bit of chopped onion for extra flavor.

A slab of Hawaiian rolls in a baking dish with spaghetti sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni slices layered on top.

Now place the top of the rolls cut side down and brush the rolls generously on the top and sides with the butter mixture.

The Hawaiian rolls constructed into pizza sliders and covered in a buttery Italian sauce ready to be baked.

Lastly, bake the pizza sliders at 350 degrees Fahrenheit covered with foil for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 or until the top is slightly browning and the cheese is melted. Let sit for 5 minutes and eat warm!

The side view of warm delicious pizza sliders baked and ready to be cut for serving.

These are the best pizza sliders!

Other Great Appetizer Ideas

A recipe that will feed a hungry crowd? This Stuffed Mushrooms recipe is ground sausage, cream cheese, and onion all stuffed and baked into fresh mushroom caps. The result is a warm savory side with little effort. Tender baby Bella mushroom caps filled with creamy sausage stuffing make an excellent appetizer for all occasions!

Another yummy slider that’s family approved? Melted swiss cheese and warm ham sandwiched between sweet Hawaiian rolls covered in a savory butter sauce that’s all toasted to perfection is this Ham and Cheese Sliders recipe. Addicting and delicious, these warm mini sandwiches can be the main dish to a busy weeknight meal or a favorite appetizer to your next party!

These Deconstructed Bruschetta with Mozzarella bites are perfect for your next party or even before your next meal. Light and not too filling, the fresh and classic taste of basil, tomato, sliced mozzarella on top of a toasted baguette, and drizzled with a balsamic glaze is the perfect appetizer.

How about a dip? The rich taste of Old English Cheese, cream cheese, bacon bits, and green onions come together for this Cheesy Bagel dip that is a total crowd-pleaser!

How about a sweet snack? Creamy chocolate and peanut butter goodness melted over a crisp rice Chex cereal and then coated with powdered sugar is the basis of this easy party dessert that I call puppy chow. This Puppy Chow(or Muddy Buddies) recipe is small and simple, perfect for a kids snack, and sweet and decadent enough for adults everywhere to love!

A pile of three warm pizza sliders with melted cheese spilling out the sides waiting to be gobbled up!

Pizza Sliders

Warm melted mozzarella cheese, the mild kick of pepperoni, and scrumptious pizza sauce all baked between sweet Hawaiian rolls glazed with a melted butter mixture of Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese is this delectable pizza sliders recipe. It's a simple and classic slider that pleases all crowds!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 12 sliders

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package sweet Hawaiian rolls 12 count
  • 3 ounces sliced pepperoni
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup pizza sauce You could also use marinara or spaghetti sauce.
  • ¼ cup butter(½ stick) melted
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 dash table salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl whisk together the melted butter, oregano, garlic powder, grated parmesan cheese, and salt. Set aside.
  • Next, in a medium bowl combine both the shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. Set aside.
  • Now, take the Hawaiian rolls out of the package in one piece and slice them in half creating a top and bottom slab leaving all the individual rolls together.
  • Place the bottom slab cut side up in a lightly greased 9×13 baking dish and coat evenly with the pizza sauce. You can use as little or as much as you prefer depending on how saucy you want the sliders.
  • Next, take the shredded cheese mixture and sprinkle it on top of the pizza sauce followed by a layer of pepperoni. Here's where you can add extra toppings too like banana peppers, mushrooms, ground sausage or a bit of chopped onion for extra flavor.
  • Now place the top of the rolls cut side down and brush the rolls generously on the top and sides with the butter mixture.
  • Lastly, bake the pizza sliders at 350 degrees Fahrenheit covered with foil for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 or until the tops is slightly browning and the cheese is melted. Let sit for 5 minutes and eat warm!
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