Sweet Savory Mini Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Buttery Hawaiian rolls filled with melted cheese and sweet ham, grilled until golden and crispy.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread & Dairy

01 - 12 mini Hawaiian sweet rolls, split horizontally
02 - 6 slices cheddar cheese, cut in half
03 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Meats (Optional)

04 - 6 slices deli ham, cut in half

→ Condiments

05 - 2 tablespoons honey mustard
06 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise

→ Optional Toppings

07 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
08 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the honey mustard and mayonnaise until smooth and well combined.
03 - Open each Hawaiian roll and spread a thin layer of the honey mustard mixture on the inside of both halves. Place a half slice of cheddar cheese on the bottom half of each roll. Top with half a slice of ham if using, then cover with the top half of the roll.
04 - Spread the softened butter evenly on the outside tops and bottoms of each assembled roll.
05 - Place the mini sandwiches in the skillet, pressing lightly with a spatula. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted completely.
06 - Remove from heat and sprinkle with poppy seeds and chives immediately if desired. Serve warm while the cheese is still melted.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The sweet Hawaiian rolls create the perfect contrast with sharp cheddar and savory ham
  • They come together in literally twenty minutes but taste like something from a fancy restaurant
  • The mini size makes them impossible to resist, so guests never feel guilty reaching for seconds
02 -
  • Buttering the exterior instead of the interior prevents the bread from getting soggy while ensuring even browning
  • Pressing down with your spatula helps the cheese melt evenly and creates that restaurant style appearance
  • These reheat surprisingly well in a 350 degree oven for about 5 minutes if you need to make them ahead
03 -
  • Let the assembled sandwiches sit for 5 minutes before grilling to let the flavors meld
  • A cast iron skillet creates the most even browning if you have one available

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