Description
These Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls are a delicious and easy-to-make party appetizer or snack. Soft Hawaiian rolls are layered with sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, brushed with a savory butter, garlic, and onion spread, then baked until warm and melty. The result is a sweet and savory finger food perfect for any gathering or comfort food craving.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 12 Hawaiian rolls
- 6 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 slices mozzarella cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the correct baking temperature before preparing the rolls.
- Prepare Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. This mix will add great flavor to the rolls.
- Slice Rolls: Carefully slice the entire pack of Hawaiian rolls horizontally, keeping them connected at the base to maintain one large sandwich shape.
- Butter Bottom Layer: Spread half of the prepared butter mixture evenly on the cut side of the bottom half of the rolls.
- Layer Cheese: Place the sharp cheddar cheese slices followed by the mozzarella cheese slices evenly over the buttered bottom half.
- Close Rolls: Close the rolls by bringing the top half over the cheese layer gently.
- Butter Top Layer: Brush the remaining butter mixture over the top side of the rolls to help with browning and flavor.
- Wrap in Foil: Wrap the entire rolls in aluminum foil to retain moisture and prevent the top from burning during baking.
- Bake: Place the wrapped rolls in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the rolls are thoroughly warm.
- Add Golden Finish: Carefully remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to achieve a golden, slightly crispy top crust.
- Rest and Slice: Remove the rolls from the oven and allow them to sit for a couple of minutes. Then slice into individual portions for serving.
- Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top of the rolls before serving for added color and flavor.
Notes
- Keep the rolls connected at the base when slicing to allow easy layering and cutting after baking.
- Wrapping in foil ensures the rolls stay moist and cheese melts evenly without burning.
- You can substitute cheeses or add cooked bacon for variations.
- Serve warm to enjoy gooey melted cheese and soft bread.
- Parmesan cheese can be sprinkled on top before the final bake for extra flavor.
