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Easy Hawaiian Roll Meatball Sliders

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This Meatball Hawaiian Roll Sliders recipe is one of the easiest, most delicious, toasty, buttery treats for game days or parties. Leaving you plenty of time to cheer your favorite team, cook more food, chat with friends, or kick back and enjoy!

Cheesy Hawaiian Roll sliders with tomato sauce and fresh basil, served on garlic bread. A side of parsley adds a touch of green. The sliders are arranged on a light-colored surface, highlighting the gooey cheese and vibrant ingredients.

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When I made these meatball sliders with soft Hawaiian rolls for the first time, even my family was distracted from the game, and that’s saying a lot! They are die-hard sports fans. Seconds turned into thirds and fourths… and finally, “When can you make these again?”

I didn’t tell them how simple they were to make.

You don’t have to tell either. Unless you want to.

What to Love About Hawaiian Roll Meatball Sliders

  • Requires only a handful of ready-made ingredients
  • Melty cheese and gooey sauce in warm, toasty buns
  • Garlic and butter… toasted in the oven. Happy sigh.
A top view of a table features a bowl of cooked meatballs, a small bowl of red sauce, and a cluster of parsley alongside Hawaiian roll sliders on a tray with burger buns and slices of cheese placed on a patterned towel.

Hawaiian Roll Sliders and Ready Made Ingredients

I promised these were easy sliders to make on game day— for snacks– Friday nights… obviously I can come up with tons of excuses to make these little gems.

Here are the handful of ready-made ingredients you will need:

  • Italian-style cooked meatballs (I’m using frozen meatballs baked in the oven according to package instructions.
  • Ready-made marinara sauce (or your favorite pasta sauce)
  • Slices of mozzarella cheese
  • Package of Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (or any other in-tact dinner rolls you prefer)
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish and garlic butter sauce
  • Butter, garlic, and Parmesan for garlic butter sauce

How to Make Hawaiian Roll Meatball Sliders

While the step-by-step instructions (and exact ingredient measurements) are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post, here’s an overview with photos of how easy they are to make!

Begin by cooking the meatballs according to the package instructions. Then preheat the oven to 375° F and line a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with foil or parchment.

A rectangular baking dish holds a layer of tomato sauce topped with evenly spaced meatballs on a crust, reminiscent of Hawaiian Roll Sliders. The dish sits on a white wooden surface next to a patterned cloth and slices of cheese, with fresh parsley partially visible.

Using a serrated knife, split the rolls in half lengthwise, spread the marinara sauce over the bottom half, and place one meatball on every roll.

A rectangular baking dish with parchment paper holds slices of white cheese arranged in a grid pattern, perfect for assembling Hawaiian Roll Sliders. Fresh parsley and a patterned cloth rest nearby on the white wooden surface, adding a touch of charm to your preparation space.

Lay mozzarella slices over the meatballs and cover with the top half of the Hawaiian sweet rolls.

A baking dish filled with fluffy Hawaiian Roll Sliders topped with melted cheese, chopped herbs, and a sprinkle of grated cheese. The dish is placed on a white wooden surface next to a printed napkin and a small bowl of fresh parsley.

In a small bowl, combine the garlic butter ingredients and pour over top of the sliders. Bake for 20 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is melted. Cut into individual sandwiches, and serve.

Storing Hawaiian Roll Meatball Sliders

The sliders will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, place them in the microwave, oven, or air fryer until warmed up.

More Slider Recipes to Try

While we will always be fans of these Hawaiian bread sliders, we also love our Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Sliders and these Italian Pizza Sliders!

Slider Questions

How do you keep sliders from becoming soggy?

Bake uncovered. It’s the best and easiest tip to keep sliders from becoming soggy! If you cover the sliders, they tend to steam instead of toast.

What are Hawaiian Roll Sliders made of?

Rich and buttery, these delicious sliders are made with slightly sweet Hawaiian Rolls, savory meatballs, tangy marinara sauce and toasted with an incredible garlic butter sauce.

When do you serve Hawaiian Roll Sliders?

They are absolutely perfect for game days and tailgating, but they are also a quick and easy appetizer for parties or gatherings. I love to serve them on New Year’s Eve as well.

Can you make Hawaiian Roll Sliders Ahead?

These sliders are best baked just before serving for fresh flavor and crispness. However, you can most definitely prep the meatballs by baking them ahead. Assembling the sliders before baking only takes a couple of minutes.

Freshly baked Hawaiian Roll sliders topped with melted cheese and herbs are displayed on a parchment-lined tray. One slider is slightly removed, revealing gooey cheese and filling. A sprig of fresh herbs and a knife rest nearby, offering the perfect setup for this delectable treat.

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Close-up of a delightful Hawaiian Roll Slider featuring crispy bread filled with melted cheese, tomato, and fresh basil leaves. The sandwich rests on white paper, while a sprig of parsley adds a touch of green in the background.

Easy Meatball Hawaiian Roll Sliders Recipe

This Meatball Hawaiian Roll Sliders recipe is one of the easiest, most delicious toasty buttery treats for game days or parties. Leaving you plenty of time to cheer your favorite team, cook more food, chat with friends, or just kick back and enjoy!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Stephanie Wilson

Ingredients 

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 meatballs
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil
  • 12 Hawaiian dinner rolls intact
  • 6 slices Mozarella cheese slices

Garlic Butter

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons garlic chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Cook meatballs: follow the package instructions to cook until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with foil. Set aside.
  • Split the rolls in half lengthwise, ensuring they remain attached at their sides. Lay the bottom half in the baking pan. Spread the marinara sauce over the bottom half and place one meatball on every roll. Lay over the mozzarella over the top and cover with the top half of the rolls.
  • In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic, basil, and parmesan, stirring until evenly mixed. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the top of the sliders.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  • Cut into individual sandwiches, and serve.

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Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.

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Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Keyword: hawaiian roll sliders, meatball sliders, sliders recipe

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