Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls (Printable Version)

Buttery garlic Hawaiian rolls filled with melted mozzarella and cheddar, baked until golden and crispy.

# What You'll Need:

→ Breads

01 - 1 package (12-count) Hawaiian sweet rolls

→ Cheeses

02 - 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 4 oz cheddar cheese, sliced or shredded

→ Spreads

04 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder

→ Toppings (optional)

06 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Without separating the rolls, cut the entire block horizontally to create top and bottom layers.
03 - Place the bottom half onto the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Evenly layer the mozzarella and cheddar cheeses over the bottom half of the rolls.
05 - Place the top half of the rolls over the cheese layer.
06 - In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with garlic powder.
07 - Brush the butter mixture liberally over the tops of the rolls.
08 - Sprinkle with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese, if using.
09 - Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown.
10 - Remove from oven. Let cool for 2 minutes, then separate into individual rolls using a sharp knife. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They disappear faster than you can say go with zero leftovers to store
  • The sweet Hawaiian roll balances perfectly with savory melted cheese like it was meant to be
  • You cut everything at once so twelve sandwiches happen in one brilliant motion
02 -
  • Cutting through connected rolls without separating them first feels wrong but works perfectly
  • Letting them cool for two minutes prevents molten cheese burns but waiting longer makes them lose that magic
03 -
  • Buy extra cheese because you'll want more between the layers than seems reasonable
  • Use a serrated bread knife and a gentle sawing motion to keep the tops from tearing off

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