Description
Ready to transform game day or family dinner night into a flavor-packed celebration? These Pizza Sliders are everything you love about pizza—melty mozzarella, bold pepperoni, and rich sauce—baked between buttery rolls and brushed with garlicky herb butter. They’re perfect for quick dinner ideas, party food, or even an indulgent snack. Ideal for busy weeknights, casual gatherings, or when you just need something cheesy and satisfying, this easy recipe is one of those food ideas that everyone comes back for seconds. Whether you need a fun lunch, a shareable appetizer, or just crave some savory comfort, these sliders have got your back.
Ingredients
12 Hawaiian rolls
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¾ cup pizza sauce
30 slices pepperoni
2 tablespoons melted butter
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping them attached.
3. Place the bottom half of the rolls in the baking dish.
4. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the bottom layer of rolls.
5. Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella over the sauce.
6. Add a layer of pepperoni slices across the cheese.
7. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
8. Place the top halves of the rolls over the filling.
9. Mix melted butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
10. Brush the seasoned butter generously over the tops of the rolls.
11. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using.
12. Cover with foil and bake for 10 minutes.
13. Remove foil and bake for another 5-7 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
14. Let cool slightly, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
Use parchment paper under the sliders for easy cleanup.
Double the cheese layer if you want them extra gooey.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: easy dinner, pizza sliders, game day food, kid-friendly recipe, quick meals