Hawaiian Roll Baked Mini Grilled Cheese Appetizers Recipe
These Hawaiian Roll Baked Mini Grilled Cheese Appetizers combine the sweet, soft texture of Hawaiian rolls with gooey melted cheese and aromatic seasonings. Perfect as a party appetizer, this easy-to-make recipe yields bite-sized sandwiches that are flavorful and satisfyingly cheesy. Prepared on a sheet pan and baked in the oven, these mini grilled cheeses are a crowd-pleaser for game days, holidays, or any celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 32 mini sandwiches
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Sandwich Ingredients
- 1 pkg (16 rolls) Kings Hawaiian Rolls
- 64 small slices of cheese (American or your preferred melting cheese)
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
Butter Mixture
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (1 stick)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with a baking mat or aluminum foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
- Prepare Onion: Dice half a yellow onion into small pieces and set aside to be used later in the assembly of the sandwiches.
- Slice Rolls: On a cutting board, slice each Hawaiian roll into four small squares, which will produce 32 mini grilled cheese sandwiches in total.
- Melt Butter and Mix Seasonings: In a small microwave-safe bowl, cut the butter into small cubes to melt evenly. Melt using the microwave’s melt butter button or in 15-second intervals at half power. Once melted, stir in the garlic powder and rosemary thoroughly.
- Butter Bread: Lay out the sliced pieces of bread on the baking sheet. Use a silicone basting brush to coat one side of each bread piece with the melted butter and seasoning mixture evenly.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Flip each piece so that the buttered side is down. On the unbuttered side, place a single layer of cheese slices, sprinkle some diced onions on top of the cheese, then add a second layer of cheese. Place the second bread slice on top of the cheese to form a sandwich.
- Butter Tops: Using the basting brush, coat the tops of the sandwiches with the remaining butter seasoning mixture to achieve a golden crust when baked.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the bread turns golden brown and the cheese inside has melted completely.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve warm. These mini grilled cheese sandwiches pair wonderfully with tomato soup or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- The quantity of sandwiches may vary depending on the size of the Hawaiian rolls you purchase; typically, a 16-roll package yields 32 mini sandwiches.
- Choosing slices of cheese that melt well, such as American, cheddar, or a blend, will provide the best gooey texture.
- If fresh rosemary is preferred over dried, finely chop and use about 1 teaspoon.
- These sandwiches are ideal for serving immediately but can be kept warm in a low oven for a short period.
- Using a silicone basting brush ensures even coating of butter and seasoning without tearing the bread.
