Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls (Printable version)
Sweet Hawaiian rolls filled with melted cheddar, brushed with butter and honey-mustard for golden, shareable bites.
# Ingredient List:
→ 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 - Set oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Without separating, horizontally slice the entire block of rolls to create a top and bottom half.
03 - Arrange the bottom half of the rolls on the baking sheet. Evenly layer sliced cheddar cheese over the rolls. Add ham or turkey if desired.
04 - Position the top half of the rolls over the sandwich fillings.
05 - Mix melted butter with mustard, honey, and garlic powder if preferred. Brush mixture over roll tops.
06 - Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted and tops are golden brown.
07 - Allow to cool for 2 minutes. Slice into mini sandwiches and serve warm.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It's impossible not to sneak a warm, cheesy roll straight off the tray—trust me.
- The sweet Hawaiian bread and gooey cheese taste like they were meant for each other, making these a hit every time I serve them.
02 -
- Once, I sliced the rolls before baking and ended up with spilled cheese and sad sandwiches—slice after, not before.
- Brushing the butter mixture on while the rolls are still cold keeps the tops from getting soggy and maximizes browning.
03 -
- Sneakily check the bottoms of the rolls during baking—they can brown even faster than the tops.
- A very sharp serrated knife makes slicing neat and avoids crushing your hard work.