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Tag: Hawaiian roll sliders

  • Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders: The Burger Got Bite-Sized

    Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders: The Burger Got Bite-Sized

    Burgers are great. Sliders are greater. Bacon cheeseburger sliders? Greatest.

    Juicy beef. Crispy bacon. Melty cheese. Toasted Hawaiian rolls. Baked in one dish. Pull apart. Devour. 25 minutes. Make two batches.

    Ingredients

    Makes 12 sliders.

    • 1 package (12 count) Hawaiian rolls
    • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
    • 8 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
    • 6 slices cheddar cheese (torn in half)
    • ¼ cup mayonnaise
    • 2 tbsp ketchup
    • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
    • ¼ cup diced pickles or relish
    • 3 tbsp butter, melted
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Step 1: Preheat and Cook Beef

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
    2. Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain fat. Season with salt and pepper.

    Step 2: Make Sauce

    1. Mix mayo, ketchup, mustard, and pickles in a small bowl.

    Step 3: Prep the Rolls

    1. Without separating individual rolls, slice entire slab of Hawaiian rolls horizontally (top and bottom).
    2. Place bottom half in a greased 9×13 baking dish.

    Step 4: Assemble

    1. Spread sauce on bottom rolls.
    2. Top with cooked ground beef, crumbled bacon, and cheddar slices.
    3. Place top slab of rolls back on.

    Step 5: Butter and Bake

    1. Mix melted butter and garlic powder. Brush over tops.
    2. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
    3. Bake 10-12 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.

    Step 6: Serve

    1. Separate sliders. Serve hot. Watch them vanish.

    Summary

    Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 10-12 minutes | Total Time: 20-25 minutes

    Yield: 12 sliders

    Difficulty: Easy

    Storage Notes

    Fridge:

    Store leftovers for 3 days. Reheat in oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes.

    Pro Tip:

    Assemble ahead (without baking). Refrigerate up to 24 hours. Bake when hungry.

  • Chicken Parmesan Sliders: Little Sammies, Big Flavor

    Chicken Parmesan Sliders: Little Sammies, Big Flavor

    Sliders are scientifically proven to disappear faster than full-sized sandwiches.

    These have everything you love about Chicken Parm—crispy chicken, tangy marinara, gooey mozzarella—crammed into a sweet Hawaiian roll. Brush with garlic butter. Bake. Watch them vanish.

    Ingredients

    Makes 12 sliders.

    • 1 package (12 count) Hawaiian rolls
    • 12 frozen crispy chicken tenders (cooked per package)
    • 1 cup marinara sauce
    • 12 slices mozzarella cheese (or 1½ cups shredded)
    • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • 3 tbsp butter, melted
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
    • Fresh basil (optional)

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Step 1: Preheat and Prep

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
    2. Cook chicken tenders according to package directions. Cut each in half if too big.

    Step 2: Slice the Rolls

    1. Without separating individual rolls, slice the entire slab of Hawaiian rolls horizontally (like a giant top and bottom).
    2. Place bottom half in a greased 9×13 baking dish.

    Step 3: Assemble

    1. Spread a thin layer of marinara on the bottom rolls.
    2. Place chicken tenders on top (one per slider, or half if large).
    3. Spoon more marinara over chicken. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
    4. Place the top slab of rolls back on.

    Step 4: Butter and Bake

    1. Mix melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Brush over the tops.
    2. Bake 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and tops are golden.

    Step 5: Pull Apart and Serve

    1. Sprinkle with fresh basil. Separate sliders with a knife. Serve hot.

    Summary

    Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 22 minutes

    Yield: 12 sliders

    Difficulty: Easy

    Storage Notes

    Fridge:

    Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3 days.

    Reheat:

    Oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes. Microwave for 30 seconds but rolls get soft.

    Pro Tip:

    Assemble ahead (without baking). Refrigerate up to 24 hours. Bake when guests arrive. You look like a hero.