These pepperoni pizza sliders with Hawaiian rolls are layered with pepperoni, pizza sauce and mozzarella then brushed with a garlic Parmesan buttery topping. A game day favorite!

Cheesy pepperoni pizza sliders with Hawaiian rolls on a baking sheet.

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Pepperoni Pizza Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls

Pepperoni pizza sliders combine Hawaiian rolls with the classic Italian flavors of homemade pepperoni pizza. They’re perfect for gatherings, game nights, or a fun twist on pizza night.

Slider recipes are always a crowd favorite and my ham and cheese sliders recipe has been a favorite for years so I knew that these pizza inspired sliders would be a hit, too.

Ingredient Notes

Pizza slider ingredients including hawaiian rolls, pepperoni, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan and oregano.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

  • Hawaiian rolls: These pull-apart rolls are the perfect base for our pizza sliders. I often make homemade Hawaiian rolls but store bought is easiest.
  • Pizza sauce: Use your favorite store-bought marinara or homemade pizza sauce.
  • Pepperoni: A mix of traditional and thinly sliced deli pepperonis works wonders.
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese: Adjust the amount to your cheese preference.
  • Topping: A mix of melted butter, Italian seasoning, garlic salt, grated parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley for that extra flavor punch.

How to Make Pepperoni Pizza Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Use a serrated knife for a clean cut through the Hawaiian rolls then place the bottom halves of the Hawaiian rolls in a buttered 9×13 baking dish.

Spread pizza sauce over the rolls, layer with pepperoni slices, and sprinkle generously with shredded mozzarella cheese.

Pizza sauce spread evenly over the bottom half of Hawaiian rolls in a baking dish.
Image 2 (pepperoni layer): Pepperoni slices layered over pizza sauce on Hawaiian rolls in a baking dish.

Place the top halves of the rolls on. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, Italian seasoning, garlic salt, and parmesan cheese, and then pour butter sauce mixture over the rolls.

Cover the dish with foil and bake until the tops are golden brown. Serve the pepperoni pizza sliders hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Shredded mozzarella cheese sprinkled over pepperoni on Hawaiian rolls.
Hawaiian roll tops placed on pizza sliders and brushed with garlic butter and Italian seasoning

Recipe Tips

  • To avoid soggy bottoms: Don’t overdo it with the pizza sauce, and when slicing the rolls, aim for a thicker bottom than top. Additionally, baking the sliders uncovered for the last few minutes helps crisp up the bottom.
  • Don’t take apart the rolls when assembling: Just slice horizontally through the rolls so you have 12 bottom rolls and 12 top rolls.
  • Type of rolls: For this recipe it’s best to use pull apart Hawaiian style rolls. Other brands like Aunt Millie’s and Sara Lee’s all offer these type of rolls so use your favorite!
  • Serving: Pair these pepperoni and cheese sliders with an Olive Garden salad or a Caesar salad at dinner or for an appetizer serve with potato wedges.
  • Additional toppings: Add sauteed onions, mushrooms or green peppers. Just be careful not to overload them too much or it will become a soggy mess!
A pepperoni pizza slider being lifted out of the pan showing gooey melty cheese.

More game day sliders include roast beef sliders and Philly cheesesteak sliders!

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Pepperoni pizza sliders made with Hawaiian rolls, baked with melted mozzarella cheese and brushed with garlic butter.

Pepperoni Pizza Sliders

5 from 12 votes
Recipe by: Jamielyn Nye
Prep Time: 13 minutes
Cook Time: 17 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12
These pizza sliders are made with Hawaiian rolls layered with pepperoni, pizza sauce, mozzarella and brushed with a garlic Parmesan buttery topping. They are a party favorite!
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Ingredients 

  • 12 Hawaiian rolls
  • 1 cup pizza sauce , or marinara sauce
  • 8 ounces pepperoni
  • 1-2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese , more as desired

Topping

  • ¼ cup butter , melted
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
  • 2-3 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F. Butter a 9×13 dish and then place the bottom half of the rolls into the pan.
  • Spread 1 cup pizza sauce over the rolls. Place the pepperonis on top. Sprinkle 1-2 cups mozzarella on top.
  • Make garlic butter topping. Meanwhile, stir together 1/4 cup butter, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt and 2-3 Tablespoons Parmesan cheese in a small bowl. Then place top of the rolls on. Pour butter mixture over the top.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 12 minutes. Uncover and bake and additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is melted. Add some freshly grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley on top if desired.

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Notes

Pepperoni: I like to use a mix of traditional pepperoni and thinly sliced deli pepperonis. 
Toppings: You could also add thinly sliced pepper, onions or cooked sausage as well. 
Store: Store leftover pepperoni pull-apart rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave for a quick snack.

Nutrition

Calories: 255kcal, Carbohydrates: 17g, Protein: 9g, Fat: 17g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6g, Trans Fat: 0.5g, Cholesterol: 46mg, Sodium: 631mg, Potassium: 124mg, Fiber: 0.4g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 280IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 65mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.