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Cozy Pizza Pull-Apart Sliders Recipe Easy Homemade Hawaiian Rolls

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These Cozy Pizza Pull-Apart Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls combine soft, sweet rolls with melty cheese and zesty pizza toppings for a quick, comforting meal perfect for casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 12 Hawaiian rolls (sweet, soft, and perfect for pull-apart ease)
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce (good-quality marinara or pizza sauce)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (freshly shredded preferred)
  • 20–24 pepperoni slices (turkey pepperoni optional for lighter option)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • A few fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Slice the pack of 12 Hawaiian rolls horizontally without cutting all the way through to create a hinge.
  3. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp dried Italian herbs, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if using. Stir well.
  4. Place the bottom half of the rolls snugly in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  5. Spread 1/2 cup pizza sauce evenly over the bottom layer of rolls.
  6. Layer 20–24 pepperoni slices evenly over the sauce.
  7. Sprinkle 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the pepperoni. Optionally add 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese.
  8. Place the top half of the rolls gently back on top of the cheese layer.
  9. Brush the tops of the rolls generously with the garlic butter mixture.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tops are golden brown.
  11. Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped basil if using.
  12. Let the sliders rest for 5 minutes before pulling apart and serving.

Notes

Use a sharp serrated knife to slice rolls without cutting all the way through to keep sliders intact. Spread pizza sauce thinly to avoid sogginess. Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded. For extra crispy tops, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely. Sliders can be assembled ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking. Leftovers store well in the fridge for 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.

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Keywords: pizza sliders, pull-apart sliders, Hawaiian rolls, easy dinner, comfort food, party food, quick recipe

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