Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls (Printable)
Bite-sized grilled cheese on sweet Hawaiian rolls—golden-browned, gooey, and perfect for parties or cozy snacking.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread and Dairy
01 - 12 Hawaiian rolls
02 - 6 slices cheddar cheese, halved
03 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
→ Optional Add-Ons
04 - 6 slices Swiss cheese, halved
05 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
06 - 1 tablespoon chopped chives or parsley
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F or set a large skillet over medium-low heat.
02 - Keep the Hawaiian rolls intact and slice horizontally to create a top and bottom slab.
03 - Arrange the bottom half on a cutting board. Layer cheddar and, if desired, Swiss evenly over the bread. Replace the top portion.
04 - Spread softened butter evenly across the exterior top and bottom of the assembled rolls.
05 - For stovetop: Grill the assembled slab for 3–4 minutes per side, gently pressing, until golden and cheese is fully melted. For oven: Bake buttered rolls in a baking dish for 10–12 minutes until golden and gooey.
06 - Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then separate into 12 mini sandwiches. Optionally, brush with Dijon mustard and garnish with chives or parsley before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They’re irresistibly melty and handheld, which means no one ever leaves a party without asking for the recipe&
- The combination of sweet Hawaiian rolls with sharp cheddar is a shortcut to pure comfort in every bite&
02 -
- One rushed attempt with cold butter led to lumpy patches—let it soften for even spreading and golden results&
- Switching to a mix of cheeses brought the kind of flavor depth I didn’t know was missing—don’t be afraid to combine your favorites&
03 -
- Let the assembled rolls rest a couple minutes after baking to avoid losing the filling with the first cut&
- If you make them ahead, pop them back into a warm oven for a few minutes to revive that just-grilled magic&