Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls (Printable)

Bite-sized grilled cheese on sweet Hawaiian rolls with melted cheddar and a buttery glaze—perfect for parties or quick snacks.

# What You'll 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 Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Using a serrated bread knife, slice the entire block of Hawaiian rolls horizontally, keeping the rolls attached to each other.
03 - Arrange the bottom half of the rolls on the prepared baking sheet. Evenly layer the sliced cheddar cheese over the rolls. Top with ham or turkey if using.
04 - Place the top half of the Hawaiian rolls over the cheese and any added fillings.
05 - Combine melted butter with mustard, honey, and garlic powder if desired. Brush the tops of the rolls with the butter mixture using a pastry brush.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown.
07 - Let the baked rolls cool for 2 minutes. Slice into individual mini sandwiches and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No need to babysit the skillet: you can make a whole batch at once in the oven.
  • The sweet, soft Hawaiian rolls add a surprising twist that turns grilled cheese into a party-worthy bite.
02 -
  • If you don&apost cut the rolls with a really sharp knife, everything will squish and the cheese will ooze out before baking, so take your time.
  • Brushing the butter mixture right to the edges ensures every bite, even the corners, turns out perfectly golden: don&apost skimp!
03 -
  • If you store leftovers, reheat them in the oven so the bread stays toasty and the cheese remelts beautifully.
  • Mix your butter with mustard and honey in advance so you can assemble everything at lightning speed when the mood strikes.

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