Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls (Printable)

Bite-sized, gooey and golden Hawaiian rolls with melty cheddar cheese make the perfect party appetizer or kid-friendly snack.

# What You Need:

→ Bread & Dairy

01 - 1 package (12-count) Hawaiian sweet rolls
02 - 8 oz cheddar cheese, sliced
03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

→ Optional Flavor Boosters

04 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
05 - 1 tbsp mayonnaise
06 - 1 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1 tsp dried parsley

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Without separating the rolls, slice the whole block of Hawaiian rolls horizontally to create a top and bottom half.
03 - If using, whisk together Dijon mustard and mayonnaise. Spread evenly onto the cut sides of the rolls.
04 - Layer cheddar cheese evenly over the bottom half of the rolls. Place the top half over the cheese to reassemble.
05 - Place assembled rolls onto prepared baking sheet. Brush tops generously with melted butter. Sprinkle with garlic powder and dried parsley, if desired.
06 - Cover loosely with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and tops are golden.
07 - Let rest 2 minutes, then cut apart into 12 mini sandwiches. Serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • These disappear faster than you can say 'seconds please' at any gathering
  • The sweet Hawaiian rolls create this incredible flavor contrast with sharp cheddar that nobody can resist
  • You can prep everything in advance and just pop them in the oven when guests arrive
02 -
  • Don't separate the rolls before slicing or you'll make yourself crazy trying to assemble 12 tiny sandwiches
  • Covering with foil for the first 10 minutes is crucial because it heats everything through without burning the tops
  • Letting them rest for 2 minutes seems like torture but makes a huge difference in how neatly they slice
03 -
  • Use a serrated knife in a gentle sawing motion to avoid squishing the rolls when you slice them
  • If the cheese is browning too fast, tent with foil for the remaining baking time

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