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Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls Recipe

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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini sandwiches 1x

Description

These Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls are a deliciously gooey, cheesy appetizer or snack that combines soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls with melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Baked to golden perfection with a flavorful butter and optional garlic herb spread, these bite-sized sandwiches are perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or a comforting treat anytime.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 12 Hawaiian rolls
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried herbs (oregano or basil, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the rolls.
  2. Slice the rolls: Keep the Hawaiian rolls together and slice them horizontally in half, creating a top and bottom half.
  3. Butter the rolls: Spread softened butter evenly over the cut sides of both the top and bottom halves of the rolls for richness and moisture.
  4. Add seasonings: If desired, sprinkle garlic powder and dried herbs over the buttered sides to infuse extra flavor into the sandwich.
  5. Layer the cheese: Evenly distribute the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the bottom halves of the rolls, ensuring full coverage for a gooey center.
  6. Assemble the sandwich: Carefully place the top halves of the rolls back onto the cheese-covered bottom halves to form complete sandwiches.
  7. Wrap in foil: Wrap the entire sandwich tightly in aluminum foil to keep moisture in and prevent drying while baking.
  8. Bake the rolls: Place the wrapped rolls in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese melts thoroughly.
  9. Optional crisping: Unwrap the foil and return the rolls to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to achieve a golden, slightly crispy crust.
  10. Serve: Remove from the oven, allow to cool briefly, then slice into smaller portions and serve warm for the best melted cheese experience.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes inside before baking.
  • Use any combination of cheeses you prefer, such as pepper jack or Swiss, to customize the taste.
  • Make sure the butter is softened for easy spreading.
  • Wrapping in foil is essential to keep the rolls soft and to help the cheese melt evenly.
  • This recipe is great for making ahead and warming before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Mini grilled cheese, Hawaiian rolls, cheesy sandwich, party appetizer, baked grilled cheese, easy snack

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