Golden Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese Sliders
Combine the best of pepperoni pizza and grilled cheese into these satisfying sliders, perfect for game days and parties.
Equipment
- 1 Baking Sheet lined with parchment paper
- 1 Small saucepan
- 1 Pastry Brush
Ingredients
Sliders
- 12 slider rolls
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 24 slices turkey pepperoni
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Garlic Butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Slice the slider rolls in half and lay them open-faced on a lined baking sheet.
- Spread pizza sauce on each bottom half, layer with pepperoni slices, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cover with top halves of the rolls.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in garlic powder and oregano.
- Brush the tops of the sliders with garlic butter. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Serving
- Serve the sliders warm with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping.
Storage
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven before serving.
Notes
Pro Tips: Pre-cook the pepperoni slightly to reduce grease. Use a blend of cheeses for more flavor. Let sliders rest a few minutes before serving for easier handling.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use turkey or chicken pepperoni to decrease fat. Substitute rolls with gluten-free options if needed.
How to Serve: Best served warm with a side of marinara sauce.
Storage & Freshness: Keep in an airtight container and consume within 3 days for best taste.
Make-Ahead Tips: Assemble sliders ahead and store unbaked in the refrigerator. Bake just before serving.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use turkey or chicken pepperoni to decrease fat. Substitute rolls with gluten-free options if needed.
How to Serve: Best served warm with a side of marinara sauce.
Storage & Freshness: Keep in an airtight container and consume within 3 days for best taste.
Make-Ahead Tips: Assemble sliders ahead and store unbaked in the refrigerator. Bake just before serving.