Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls (Printable View)

Bite-sized grilled cheese on sweet Hawaiian rolls with melted cheddar and a buttery honey-mustard brush.

# What You Need:

→ Breads

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

→ Dairy

02 - 8 ounces sliced cheddar cheese
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Optional Add-ins

04 - 6 slices deli ham or turkey, optional
05 - 1 tablespoon Dijon or yellow mustard, optional
06 - 1 tablespoon honey, optional
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Using a serrated bread knife, slice the entire block of Hawaiian sweet rolls horizontally to create a top and bottom layer, keeping the rolls connected.
03 - Arrange the bottom half of the rolls on the prepared baking sheet. Distribute the sliced cheddar cheese evenly on top. Add sliced deli ham or turkey if desired.
04 - Place the top half of the rolls over the layered fillings to form sandwiches.
05 - Combine melted butter with mustard, honey, and garlic powder if using. Brush this mixture over the tops of the rolls.
06 - Transfer to the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the roll tops are golden brown.
07 - Allow sandwiches to cool for 2 minutes. Using a serrated knife, cut into individual portions and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're ridiculously easy to make but feel party-worthy—like a little secret weapon when friends stop by.
  • The combination of buttery, sweet bread and sharp cheddar has a way of vanishing from the plate in minutes.
02 -
  • If you try to pull the rolls apart before slicing, they fall apart and make assembly way trickier.
  • Brushing the melted butter and seasonings on just before baking gives you that perfect toasted crust without sogginess.
03 -
  • Assembling the fillings on parchment lets you lift and move the whole slab in one piece without losing a roll.
  • Letting the butter cool a bit before brushing avoids it soaking in too fast and making things soggy.

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