Description

Pepperoni Pizza Sliders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser! These cheesy, bite-sized snacks bring together the best of pizza and sandwiches, making them perfect for game days, parties, or even casual family dinners. Quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they’re layered with pepperoni, melted cheese, and topped with a savory garlic butter. A guaranteed hit for any occasion!

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

1 (12-count) package Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
4 ounces sliced pepperoni
6 slices provolone cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

For the Garlic Butter:

½ cup (1 stick) butter
3 garlic cloves, minced (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
½ teaspoon red chili flakes
1 teaspoon fresh oregano, diced (or ½ tsp dried)

For Serving:

Warmed marinara sauce (as needed)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
Prepare the Garlic Butter:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter.
- Stir in the minced garlic, red chili flakes, and oregano. Set aside.
Slice the Rolls:
- Slice the Hawaiian rolls horizontally in half without separating them.
- Place the bottom half in the prepared baking pan.
Assemble the Sliders:
- Brush ⅓ of the garlic butter on the bottom half of the rolls.
- Layer the provolone cheese, sliced pepperoni, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Place the top half of the rolls on top.
Add the Topping:
- Brush the remaining garlic butter generously over the top of the rolls.
Bake:
- Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake for 20–22 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 3–5 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
Serve:
- Let the sliders cool slightly.
- Slice into individual sliders and serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

Make Ahead: Assemble the sliders up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate before baking.
Customizations: Add mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives for extra toppings.
Storage: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F for 5–10 minutes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired