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Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls Recipe

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  • Author: Zoe
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini sandwiches 1x

Description

These Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls offer a delightful twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. Made with soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls and a blend of melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, these bite-sized sandwiches are perfect as appetizers, snacks, or a fun party treat. Enhanced with buttery garlic and herbs, they bake to perfection with a golden crust and gooey cheese inside.

Ingredients

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Rolls and Butter

  • 12 Hawaiian rolls
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened

Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Seasonings (Optional)

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried herbs (oregano or basil)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the sandwiches.
  2. Slice the rolls: Without separating individual rolls, slice the entire package of Hawaiian rolls horizontally in half to form top and bottom layers.
  3. Apply butter: Spread the softened butter evenly on the cut sides of both the top and bottom halves of the rolls.
  4. Add garlic powder: If using, sprinkle garlic powder over the buttered sides to enhance flavor.
  5. Add cheese: Evenly distribute the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the bottom half of the rolls, ensuring the cheese layer covers the surface well.
  6. Reassemble the rolls: Carefully place the top halves of the rolls back onto the cheesy bottom halves to form sandwiches.
  7. Wrap in foil: Wrap the entire sandwich tightly in aluminum foil to lock in moisture and prevent drying during baking.
  8. Bake until melted: Place the wrapped rolls in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
  9. Create a golden crust: Unwrap the foil and return the rolls to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to achieve a golden, slightly crispy crust.
  10. Serve: Remove from oven, let cool for a minute, slice into smaller portions, and enjoy warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute the cheddar or mozzarella with any cheese of your preference.
  • Adding some dried herbs like oregano or basil boosts the flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
  • Wrapping the rolls tightly in foil is key to keeping the bread moist while the cheese melts.
  • For extra crispiness, you can broil the rolls for 1-2 minutes after unwrapping, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  • These make excellent party appetizers or kid-friendly snacks.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: mini grilled cheese, Hawaiian rolls, cheese sandwich, appetizer, party snack, baked grilled cheese, cheddar, mozzarella

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