Description
Learn how to make delicious pizza sliders with this easy recipe! Perfect for parties or a fun family dinner. Try our mouthwatering pizza sliders today.
Ingredients
- cooking spray
- 1 1/2 cups (170g) finely pre-shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup (100g) finely pre-shredded Italian cheese blend
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) finely chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) black pepper
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) dried Italian seasoning, divided
- 1 1/3 cups (315g) pizza sauce (from 1 [370g] jar)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) sun-dried tomato pesto
- 1 (12 count) package Hawaiian sweet rolls
- 3/4 cup (85g) thinly sliced beef pepperoni
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 teaspoon (4 ml) garlic powder
Instructions
- Gather all the necessary items. Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a cooling rack on top. Lightly coat the rack with cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mozzarella, Italian cheese blend, basil, black pepper, and 1 ½ teaspoons of Italian seasoning until well blended. Set this mixture aside.
- In another small bowl, combine the pizza sauce with the sun-dried tomato pesto. Set this aside as well.
- Using a serrated knife, slice the entire package of rolls in half horizontally without detaching them. Place the lower half on the prepared baking sheet and keep the upper half aside.
- Spread half of the cheese mixture evenly over the bottom layer of rolls, then add half of the pepperoni slices and half of the sauce mixture on top. Repeat these layers once.
- Place in the oven and bake until the cheese is melted, approximately 15 minutes.
- While waiting, blend the vegetable oil, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and the remaining ½ teaspoon of Italian seasoning in a small pan. Heat over medium, stirring occasionally until the oil is melted, which should take 1 to 2 minutes. Set this aside.
- Take the rolls out of the oven and place the top half on them; brush the tops evenly with the oil mixture. Return to the oven and bake until the rolls turn golden brown and crispy, roughly 5 minutes.
- Cut the rolls apart and serve them right away. Enjoy! Recipe developed by Laura Kanya.
Notes
- Try incorporating sharp cheddar or smoked gouda in the cheese mixture for a more flavorful twist.
- Experiment with toppings like cooked sausage, bell peppers, or olives to customize the flavor to your liking.
- Evenly distribute the cheese and toppings to ensure every bite of these pizza sliders is delicious and satisfying.