Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls (Printable Version)

Buttery garlic Hawaiian rolls filled with melted cheese blend, baked until golden. Ideal party appetizer or game day snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Breads

01 - 1 package (12-count) Hawaiian sweet rolls

→ Cheeses

02 - 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 4 oz cheddar cheese, sliced or shredded

→ Spreads

04 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder

→ Toppings (optional)

06 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
02 - Without separating the rolls, cut the entire block of Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally to create a top and bottom layer.
03 - Place the bottom half onto the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Evenly layer the mozzarella and cheddar cheeses over the bottom half of the rolls.
05 - Place the top half of the rolls over the cheese.
06 - In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with garlic powder. Brush the butter mixture liberally over the tops of the rolls.
07 - Sprinkle with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese, if using.
08 - Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown.
09 - Remove from oven. Let cool for 2 minutes, then separate into individual rolls using a sharp knife. Serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The sweet and salty combo hits every comfort button in your brain
  • They look impressive but take about five minutes of actual work
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd without standing at the stove
02 -
  • Do not try to pull the rolls apart before cutting them horizontally
  • Letting them cool for even two minutes makes slicing so much cleaner
03 -
  • Cutting with a gentle sawing motion keeps the rolls from squishing down
  • The parchment paper saves you from scrubbing melted cheese off your pan

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