Pizza Sliders

These Pizza Sliders are the ultimate appetizer for any occasion warm, cheesy, buttery, and full of classic pizza flavor. They’re the perfect answer to Poker Game Food Ideas, Movie Night Food Ideas For Kids, Homecoming Party Food, and all kinds of Finger Foods For Football Game gatherings. Whether you’re feeding a crowd during Football Day Meals, making fun Baseball Game Appetizers, or building a spread of Watch Party Food Ideas, these sliders are guaranteed to disappear first.

This version also follows the Pork Substitution Rule traditional pepperoni is replaced with smoked beef pepperoni, giving the same bold flavor without any pork. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these sliders fit right into the category of Easy Meals For Sports Nights and effortless hardy snacks for groups large or small.

Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Servings: 12 sliders

Ingredients List

Slider Filling

• 1 pack Hawaiian rolls (12-count)
• 20–25 slices smoked beef pepperoni
• 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper (optional)

Garlic Butter Topping

• 5 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• ½ tsp oregano
• 1 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free:

• Serrated knife
• Baking dish
• Pastry brush
• Foil
• Small mixing bowl
• Measuring spoons

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

1. Slice the rolls
   Cut the Hawaiian rolls horizontally while keeping both halves intact.
2. Add sauce
   Spread marinara or pizza sauce evenly over the bottom layer.
3. Layer the toppings
   Add smoked beef pepperoni slices and mozzarella cheese.
4. Replace the roll tops
   Press gently to help everything stick together.
5. Make the garlic butter mixture
   Combine melted butter, garlic powder, parsley, oregano, and Parmesan.
6. Brush generously
   Spread the butter topping over the rolls, letting it drip into the cracks.
7. Bake
   Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12 minutes.
   Remove foil and bake 3–5 more minutes until golden.
8. Slice & serve
   Serve warm for game nights, parties, or fast meals.

Pro Tips

1. Add extra mozzarella on top for a gooier finish.
2. For kids, keep toppings simple — cheese + pepperoni only.
3. For Superbowl-level crisp, broil for the last 60 seconds.
4. Want deluxe sliders? Add mushrooms, olives, or beef sausage.

Nutrition Table

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary depending on brands, preparation, and ingredient substitutions. Always check labels for dietary restrictions.

Pizza Sliders

These pork-free pizza sliders are layered with smoked beef pepperoni, cheese, and garlic butter — a kid-friendly, party-ready snack perfect for movie nights or game day.

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Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Snack

Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired

Calories: 280

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

• 12 Hawaiian rolls
• 12 slices smoked beef pepperoni (or more to taste)
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup pizza sauce
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning

Equipment

• baking dish
• mixing bowl
• Pastry brush
• knife for slicing rolls
• oven

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Slice Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally. Spread pizza sauce on the bottom half. Layer with pepperoni and mozzarella, then cover with the top half of the rolls.
2. In a small bowl, mix melted butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Brush the mixture evenly over the tops of the rolls.
3. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until cheese is melted and tops are golden. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 13gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2mg

Notes

You can swap smoked beef for turkey pepperoni. Serve with marinara for dipping. Best eaten fresh but can be reheated in the oven.

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Conclusion

These Pizza Sliders are melty, buttery, cheesy, and crowd-pleasing perfect for sports nights, parties, game days, movie nights, and entertaining kids and adults alike. Quick to prepare, easy to customize, and absolutely addictive, they deserve a permanent place in your party-food rotation.

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