Pizza Sliders Recipe
These Easy Pepperoni Pizza Sliders are the ultimate game day appetizer, combining the classic flavors of pizza in a fun, shareable pull-apart form. They are incredibly simple to assemble with soft slider buns, melty cheese, zesty marinara, and plenty of pepperoni. For another crowd-pleasing finger food, try the Cream Cheese Salami Roll Ups Recipe or the Italian Grinder Sliders Recipe.
Pizza Sliders
Ingredients
- 12 count package Hawaiian rolls
- 2½ cup shredded mozzarella (divided 1 cup and 1 ¼ cup)
- ¾ cup pizza sauce
- 20 slices deli style dry cured pepperoni
- ⅓ cup salted sweet cream butter (melted)
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375*. Lightly spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick spray. Set it aside.
- Keeping the rolls connected, carefully slice the rolls in ½, horizontally.
- Remove the top row of the connected buns, and carefully set it aside.
- Place the bottom row of connected buns in the bottom of the baking dish.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella on top of the bottom buns.
- Spread the pizza sauce over the mozzarella.
- Layer 5 rows of 4 slices of pepperoni on top of the pizza sauce.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella over the top of the pepperoni.
- Lay the top row of connected buns on top of the shredded mozzarella.
- Using a pastry brush, brush the melted butter on top of the buns.
- Sprinkle the grated parmesan on top of the melted butter.
- Sprinkle the teaspoon of dried Italian seasoning on top of the grated parmesan.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven and carefully slice the rows to release the individual slider sandwiches . Serve while hot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these Pepperoni Pizza Sliders ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the sliders a few hours in advance. Cover them tightly and refrigerate until ready to bake, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time. This makes the recipe even more convenient for parties.
What can I use instead of Hawaiian rolls?
You can use any soft dinner rolls or small slider buns. The key is to use a connected pack so they bake together into a delicious pull-apart. The recipe for Pepperoni Pizza Sliders is flexible with the bread choice.
How do I prevent the sliders from getting soggy?
To avoid sogginess, ensure your sauce layer is not too thick and consider using a light brushing of melted butter on the roll tops before baking. This helps create a crisp exterior while the inside stays perfectly melted, proving these sliders are simple to assemble in 10 minutes without compromise.
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