Pepperoni Pizza Sliders – Easy Hawaiian Roll Recipe
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Danny makes bold backyard BBQ recipes packed with fun twists, smoky flavors, and easy comfort food ideas. From creative appetizers to hearty mains, his dishes are designed to bring people together, spark conversation, and turn every meal into a party.
If you’re looking for the perfect easy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing game day snack, these pizza sliders hit the spot every single time. They’ve got all the flavors of pizza packed into soft Hawaiian rolls and smothered in a garlicky herb butter that bakes up golden brown and cheesy. I love making these for movie nights, family dinners, or when I just want something fast and packed with flavor.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These easy pizza sliders are everything you love about traditional pizza in one cheesy, buttery bite. They’re simple to throw together using sweet rolls, slices of cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings. The best part is how gooey the cheese gets and how perfectly the tops of the pizza sliders brown in the oven.
Ingredients / Tools You’ll Need
- 12 King’s Hawaiian Buns or similar soft slider buns
- 6 oz pepperoni or deli pepperoni
- 6 slices mozzarella cheese or provolone cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or fresh mozzarella
- 6 oz homemade pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, oregano, or thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Tools you’ll need:
- A serrated knife
- Baking dish or baking sheet
- Small bowl
- Aluminum foil
- Nonstick spray
Instructions
Preparation:
Preheat your oven to 350°F degrees. For the pizza sliders I prefer to use a piece of parchment paper underneath – but you can also choose to line your baking dish or baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray lightly with nonstick spray. Grab your sweet rolls and slice them in half horizontally with a serrated knife, keeping the bottoms of the rolls and tops of the rolls connected as a full sheet.
Set the bottom half of the rolls in the dish. Spread a layer of marinara sauce or homemade pizza sauce across the bottom bun, all the way to the edges. Add the slices of cheese, then the slices of pepperoni or mini pepperonis. Sprinkle over the shredded mozzarella cheese and some pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning. Place the top bun layer back on, making sure everything lines up. Your pizza sliders are starting to take shape!
Cooking:
In a small bowl, stir together melted butter, minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian herbs, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. This garlic butter mixture is the good stuff that’s going to soak into the tops of the sliders. Brush the melted butter mixture generously over the top of the rolls, covering every inch.
Cover the pizza sliders with foil and bake in the oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 5 to 8 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is nice and melty. Keep an eye on it so nothing burns.
Serving Suggestions
Slice and serve these pizza sliders hot straight from the baking dish. They’re perfect for game night, family dinners, or anytime you’re craving cheesy pizza sliders without the fuss of rolling dough. You can pair them with a side salad, dipping sauce like ranch or extra marinara, or serve them alongside other cheese sliders or cheeseburger sliders for a fun spread.
Recipe Notes & Pro Tips
Make sure to slice the pizza sliders carefully so they stay connected. That helps keep all that gooey mozzarella and provolone cheese in place. If you want even more flavor, sprinkle parmesan cheese over the top before baking. I’ve also thrown in cooked Italian sausage and red onions when I wanted something heartier – it’s a great way to use up leftover pizza toppings.
If you’re prepping for the big game or any gathering, you can assemble the sliders the day before. Just wrap the baking dish tightly in foil and pop it in the fridge. Bake when you’re ready to serve.
You can also reheat leftovers in a toaster oven or air fryer for that fresh-from-the-oven crisp. Just store the extra sliders in an airtight container in the fridge.
Variations
These are super versatile and easy to customize. Use soft Hawaiian rolls or any sweet rolls you like. Swap in different cheeses like provolone cheese or even a little parmesan cheese for added bite. I’ve made a version with black olives, Italian sausage, and fresh mozzarella for a more classic pepperoni pizza vibe. You can add red onions, sprinkle in some extra Italian seasoning, or drizzle with a special sauce like spicy garlic ranch.
If you’re making these in an air fryer, reduce the time slightly and watch closely so the tops of the rolls don’t over-brown. It’s honestly the best way to crisp them up quickly.
Next Time Ideas
Next time I might try a white pizza version with garlic butter, mozzarella cheese, and spinach. Or maybe something loaded with veggies like black olives, bell peppers, and fresh parsley for a lighter twist. These pizza sliders are such a family favorite that I know I’ll be making new versions every night of the week.
They’re also a hit with kids – especially if you let them pick their own toppings. Whether it’s a designated pizza night or just a quick dinner fix, this pizza sliders recipe is always a winner in my kitchen.
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Easy Pizza Sliders
Ingredients
- 12 Hawaiian Buns Kings, or similar
- 6 oz Pepperoni
- 6 Slices Mozzarella Cheese or Provelone
- 1 C Shredded Mozzerella
- 6 oz Pizza Sauce
- 8 TBSP Butter melted
- 1 TBSP Garlic minced
- 1 TBSP Pizza Seasoning for inside sliders
- 2 TBSP Fresh Italian Herbs parsley, oregano, thyme
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Pizza Seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F
- Slice Hawaiian rolls horizontally to slice in half, while keeping all the buns connected together. Spread pizza sauce on the bottom bun, followed by the slices of cheese, pepperoni, shredded mozzeralla cheese, and pizza seasoning. Place top bun on the sliders.
- Make garlic herb butter: mix garlic, Italian herbs, pizza seasoning, black pepper into melted butter, then brush generously over the top of the sliders. Cover loosely with foil.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes covered, then remove foil, and bake uncovered for another 5-8 minutes. Make sure nothing starts to burn.
- Remove from oven, slice and serve hot.
