Cheesy Pizza Sliders 🍕🍔

These Cheesy Pizza Sliders are the perfect party treat or an easy weeknight dinner. With gooey cheese, savory pepperoni, and a soft, buttery bun, they're a fun twist on traditional pizza that everyone will love. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for an extra zing!

Ingredients

For the slider base

• 12 slider rolls (Hawaiian or any soft dinner rolls)
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce (plus extra for dipping)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni or your favorite pizza toppings
• 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

For the buttery topping

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the slider base: Slice the whole pack of slider rolls in half horizontally, keeping them connected. Place the bottom half in a greased baking dish.

🍞 Use a sharp serrated knife for easier cutting without squishing the bread.

3. Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the bottom half of the rolls.

4. Layer the toppings: Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese, then add the pepperoni and diced bell peppers, if using. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.

5. Cover with the top half of the rolls.

6. Mix the buttery topping: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Brush the mixture generously over the top of the slider buns, making sure to coat them well.

🧄 This buttery topping not only adds flavor but gives the sliders a beautiful golden crust.

7. Bake the sliders: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the tops are golden brown.
8. Slice and serve: Remove from the oven, let cool for a minute or two, then slice along the lines between the rolls. Serve warm with extra marinara sauce for dipping.

Variations

• Vegetarian: Skip the pepperoni and load up on veggies like mushrooms, olives, or spinach for a tasty veggie option.
• BBQ Chicken: Replace marinara sauce with BBQ sauce and use shredded rotisserie chicken for a smoky twist!
• Cheesy Garlic Bread Sliders: Add a layer of garlic butter between the cheese and sauce for an indulgent garlic bread flavor.
• Spicy: Add sliced jalapeños or banana peppers for an extra kick!

Enjoy these sliders at parties, game days, or whenever you crave a comforting and fun dish! 🎉🍽️