Pepperoni Pizza Sliders made with sweet Hawaiian rolls, cheese, pepperoni and pizza sauce are topped with a delicious parmesan butter sauce. Crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside!
We make pizza at least once a week, in all different forms and with lots of different toppings. From easy, crispy tortilla pizzas to pepperoni pizza poppers and mini party pizzas, we can't get enough pizza.
These pepperoni pizza sliders make a great appetizer or dinner for kids. They are so addicting and are essentially Hawaiian sweet rolls stuffed with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese and sliced pepperoni.
Pepperoni pizza sliders are a perfect snack, lunch or dinner, or finger food for parties, sleepovers and playdates. They can be whipped up and ready to go in as little as 20 minutes.
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Ingredients
The 4 ingredients needed for the sandwich are:
- Hawaiian sweet rolls
- Pepperoni: regular thin sliced pepperoni are our favorite but turkey pepperoni is good too.
- Shredded mozzarella cheese or pizza cheese blend
- Pizza sauce: use our easy no-cook pizza sauce.
Pepperoni pizza sliders are basted with a parmesan butter sauce for ultra addicting benefits. To make the garlic butter sauce, you need:
- Melted butter: margarine or extra virgin olive oil are okay too.
- Italian seasoning, salt and garlic powder
- Parmesan cheese: grated parmesan cheese works best.
How To Make Pizza Sliders
Making these are so easy. Preparation time is minimal and cook time is quick.
STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Without separating them, place the Hawaiian sweet rolls on a parchment lined or greased baking sheet. Slice the buns in half and set the tops aside.
STEP 2: Layer the rolls with equal amounts of sauce, then shredded mozzarella cheese, then pepperoni slices and a little more shredded cheese. Cover with the top half of the rolls.
STEP 3: Combine the melted butter, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and parmesan cheese in a small mixing bowl. Brush sauce on the top of the rolls.
STEP 4: Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and sliders are golden brown and slightly crisp.
Recipe FAQs
Yes! Any mini rolls, such as yeast or dinner rolls are perfect too.
Yes, depending on your fillings and preference for cheese, any shredded cheese will be good.
Any of your favorite pizza toppings are perfect for pizza sliders. Meatballs, ground beef, sausage, mushrooms, olives, spinach, ham and pineapple, buffalo chicken, and vegetables all make good pizzas.
Yes, pizza sliders can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in the oven until warmed through.
Yes. Pizza sliders can be made 2 or 3 days ahead of time. You can prep them without cooking and then cook when you need them. Or, cook them a few days ahead and reheat in the oven until warmed through. Don't baste them with the parmesan butter sauce until ready to cook.
Recipe Tips
- For the best pizza sliders, use your favorite cheese and toppings.
- Have the kids choose their own toppings and make their own personal sliders. For picky kids, cheese and sauce might be the best option.
- For extra cheesy sliders, sprinkle some shredded cheese on top of the buns during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
How To Store
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days wrapped in foil or plastic or in an airtight container. They can be frozen for up to 6 months.
Recipe
Pepperoni Pizza Sliders
Equipment
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- basting brush
Ingredients
- 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, or pizza blend cheese
- 24 pepperoni slices
- 4 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Without separating them, place the Hawaiian sweet rolls on a parchment lined or greased baking sheet. Slice the buns in half and set the tops aside.
- Layer the rolls with equal amounts of sauce, then shredded mozzarella cheese, then pepperoni slices and a little more shredded cheese. Cover with the top half of the rolls.
- Combine the melted butter, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and parmesan cheese in a small mixing bowl. Brush sauce on the top of the rolls.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and sliders are golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Air Fryer Instructions: Follow the instructions above for assembling the sliders, but only assemble as many sliders as can fit in your air fryer at one time. Place sliders directly on the basket or tray. Set the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and air fry for 5-8 minutes, until the tops of the buns are golden brown and cheese has melted.
Sean says
I love the idea of pizza sliders and I love the fact that they are customizable. These were so good.
veenaazmanov says
Best Sliders for a Picnic Box or snack box option. Cheesy, meaty and a burst of saucy flavors. Perfect for any meal too.
Jessica says
I love this recipe for a crowd! I've been looking for a new potluck recipe and this will be such a hit. Thank you!!
Kathryn says
These sliders made the most satisfying dinner when I was craving comfort and pizza flavors. Thanks so much for this delicious recipe. Adding this to our menu rotation 🙂
Colleen says
My whole family loved these pizza sliders. Will be making these again & again. Thank you for sharing.
Sharon says
I love slider sandwiches for quick weeknight dinners, and these pepperoni pizza sliders were so good!
Sangeetha says
Wow, these Pepperoni Pizza Sliders look absolutely delicious! I love how they're so easy to make and perfect for a quick and tasty snack or party appetizer. I can't wait to try out these little bites of heaven!
Tristin says
I love finding new ways to use Hawaiian rolls. These little sliders made an easy and quick lunch!
Dani says
Made these with gluten free dinner rolls and this may be our new favorite weeknight dinner. Love how easy these pepperoni pizza sliders are to make.
Savita says
These pepperoni pizza sliders were perfect for my family gathering. Turned out really good.