Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls (Printable)
Soft Hawaiian rolls filled with cheddar and mozzarella, brushed with garlic butter for warm, pull-apart party bites.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread & Cheese
01 - 1 package (12-count) Hawaiian rolls
02 - 8 oz cheddar cheese, sliced
03 - 4 oz mozzarella cheese, sliced
→ Spread
04 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F or set a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
02 - Using a serrated knife, slice the entire sheet of Hawaiian rolls horizontally without separating them. Place the bottom half on a baking sheet or clean work surface.
03 - Distribute cheddar and mozzarella cheese slices evenly across the bottom half of the rolls. Place the top half of the rolls back over the cheese layer.
04 - Combine softened butter with garlic powder and finely chopped parsley in a small bowl. Spread the butter mixture evenly over the tops of the assembled rolls using a pastry brush or spoon.
05 - For oven method: bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes until cheese is fully melted and tops are golden brown. For skillet method: cut into individual rolls and grill each side for 2–3 minutes until golden with melted cheese.
06 - Remove from heat, allow to cool slightly, then separate into individual mini sandwiches. Serve warm.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- They vanish from the plate within minutes, which is honestly the highest compliment any appetizer can receive.
- The combination of cheddar and mozzarella gives you that perfect stretchy pull without sacrificing sharp, satisfying flavor.
02 -
- Do not skimp on the butter coverage because patchy buttering leads to pale bald spots on top that look sad and cook unevenly.
- Letting the assembled rolls sit for five minutes before baking actually helps the cheese begin to soften and creates a more even melt throughout.
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- A serrated knife is non negotiable because a smooth blade will compress and mangle the soft Hawaiian roll tops beyond recognition.
- If you are making these for a crowd, assemble the entire tray ahead of time and refrigerate it, then just add two extra minutes to the baking time when you are ready to serve.