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Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls picnic idea

Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls: Your Perfect Picnic Idea

Delight your gathering with Mini Grilled Cheese Hawaiian Rolls, a customizable snack perfect for picnics.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rolls
  • 12 pieces Hawaiian Rolls Substitute with any soft dinner rolls for a different twist.
For the Cheese Filling
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Swap with creamy gouda for a smoother texture.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Consider using pepper jack for a bit of spice!
For the Butter
  • 4 tablespoons Butter (softened) Make sure it’s softened to spread effortlessly.
Optional Flavor Enhancers
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic works wonderfully for more intensity.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Herbs (oregano or basil) Fresh herbs will give you an even greater herbal punch.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Aluminum Foil
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Carefully slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally.
  3. Spread softened butter onto the cut sides of the rolls.
  4. Sprinkle garlic powder over the buttered rolls if using.
  5. Distribute shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese on the bottom half of each roll.
  6. Place the top halves back over the cheese, creating a sandwich.
  7. Wrap the assembled sandwich tightly in aluminum foil.
  8. Bake for about 15-20 minutes until warm and soft.
  9. Unwrap the foil and return the rolls to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to toast.
  10. Remove from oven, let them cool, and slice into smaller portions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These rolls are perfect for picnics and can be customized with various fillings.

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