Mouthwatering Pizza Sliders for the Ultimate Party Win
If you’re throwing a backyard BBQ, heading to a tailgate, or just having the girls over for wine night, these cheesy Pizza Sliders are your new best friend.
They’re easy to make, totally crave-worthy, and full of bold flavors like gooey mozzarella, spicy sausage, and buttery garlic sauce.
Everyone will be grabbing seconds (and thirds). Perfect for game day, birthday parties, or even a casual movie night!
Ingredients You’ll Need For This Recipe:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
- (1) 12-count pkg. potato rolls
- 4 ounces sliced pepperoni
- 6 slices provolone cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp avocado oil (or other high heat cooking oil)
- 1/2 lb of italian sausage (out of casing)
Garlic sauce:
- 1/2 cup room temperature butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon diced fresh oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Marinara Sauce (warmed, on the side)
- Putting the marinara sauce onto the bread before baking makes the bread soggy.
- Leave the marinara on the side and dip the sliders into the sauce for the best experience.
Step-by-step Guide:
1 – Preheat oven to 400 °.
2 – Cook the italian sausage in a non-stick skillet with 2 tbsp. oil for 10 minutes on high heat.
3 – Mix the butter, garlic, chili flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4 – Cut the potato rolls into half with a large serrated knife, being careful not to separate the individual sections.
5 – Lay aluminum foil in a baking pan with the bottom half of rolls.
6 – Spread half the butter mix over the bottom half of the rolls.
7- Top with the pepperoni and crumbled Italian sausage.
8 – Spread the provolone and mozzarella cheese over the pepperoni and sausage.
9- Cover with top half of the rolls.
10 – Brush the other half of the butter mix over the top half of the rolls.
11- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
12 – Remove from oven and cut the sections into individual sliders.
14 – Serve piping hot and enjoy!
Pro Tips for Success:
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Make it meat-free: Swap the sausage and pepperoni with sautéed mushrooms, olives, or roasted red peppers for a tasty vegetarian version.
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Use pre-cooked sausage: To save time, grab pre-cooked Italian sausage crumbles or meatless sausage options from the store.
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Try different cheeses: Mix things up with cheddar, fontina, or a spicy pepper jack for a flavor twist.
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Switch up the bread: Try King’s Hawaiian rolls or brioche buns for a sweet or buttery boost without overpowering the pizza flavors.
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Serve it hot: Keep these warm in the oven on low or a slow cooker set to “warm” so they stay gooey and fresh for guests.
Whether you’re hosting a game day bash or bringing snacks to a potluck, these cheesy Pizza Sliders are a major crowd-pleaser.
Easy to prep, fun to eat, and packed with melty goodness — they’re everything a party snack should be.
Don’t forget the warm marinara for dipping!