Hawaiian Roll Grilled Cheese Recipe
This Hawaiian Roll Grilled Cheese recipe features soft, sweet King’s Hawaiian rolls layered with melted cheddar cheese and a savory garlic herb butter, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a fun appetizer or a cozy snack, these mini sandwiches offer a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that pair wonderfully with tomato soup.
- Author: Ella
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini sandwiches 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Sandwich Ingredients
- King’s Hawaiian Original Hawaiian Sweet Rolls – 1 package (12 rolls)
- Sliced cheddar cheese – enough to layer on each sandwich (approximately 12 slices)
Garlic Herb Butter
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tbsp dried parsley
- Prepare Garlic Herb Butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter with oregano, garlic powder, and parsley. Mix thoroughly until all the herbs and spices are evenly incorporated into the butter.
- Slice Rolls: Separate the King’s Hawaiian Original Hawaiian Sweet Rolls individually. Then, carefully cut each roll into thirds horizontally to create three thin slices per roll, perfect for mini sandwiches.
- Butter the Rolls: Spread a generous layer of the garlic herb butter onto each slice of roll, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Place a slice of cheddar cheese between two buttered roll slices to form mini grilled cheese sandwiches. Arrange the assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the sandwiches on the baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning and melting of the cheese.
- Serve: Remove from the oven once golden brown and the cheese is melted. Serve warm, optionally alongside a bowl of tomato soup for dipping.
Notes
- You can prep the sandwiches 30-60 minutes ahead of time but serve them warm for best flavor and texture.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container or Ziploc bag in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for varied flavor profiles.
- For a crispier exterior, you can broil the sandwiches for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- These mini sandwiches are great for both kids and adults, ideal for parties, appetizers, or quick snacks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini sandwich
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: Hawaiian roll grilled cheese, mini grilled cheese, King’s Hawaiian sandwich, garlic herb butter sandwich, easy appetizer, cheesy snack