Ingredients (12 sliders)
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12 Hawaiian sweet rolls (or any slider buns)
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1 to 1 1/2 cups marinara or pizza sauce
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2 cups shredded mozzarella (or mozzarella + provolone mix)
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20–30 slices pepperoni
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2 tbsp butter, melted
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)
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Optional: crushed red pepper, fresh basil, or ranch for dipping
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
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Slice rolls in half horizontally (keep them connected like a sheet). Place the bottom half in the dish.
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Layer it up: Spread pizza sauce over the rolls. Add half the mozzarella, then pepperoni, then the rest of the mozzarella. Add a few more pepperoni on top if you want extra “pizza vibes.”
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Top buns go on next.
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Brush & season: Mix melted butter + Italian seasoning + garlic powder (+ Parmesan if using). Brush all over the tops.
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Bake covered with foil for 12–15 min (until melty).
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Uncover and bake 5–7 min more, until tops are golden.
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Slice & serve: Let cool 2 minutes, cut into sliders, and serve with extra warm marinara for dipping.
Party shortcut tip
Want them even faster? Use string cheese cut into coins instead of shredding. Instant MVP move. 🏈🍕