Pepperoni Pizza Sliders are a fun and delicious twist on traditional pizza, perfect for parties, game days, or a quick family dinner. These mini sandwiches combine all the classic flavors of pepperoni pizza with the convenience of a slider. Made with soft slider buns, savory marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and spicy pepperoni, these sliders are baked to golden perfection. Easy to assemble and even easier to devour, Pepperoni Pizza Sliders are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients:
- 12 slider buns
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 package (6 oz) pepperoni slices
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Assemble the Sliders:
- Slice the slider buns in half horizontally and place the bottom halves in the prepared baking dish.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over the bottom halves of the slider buns.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the marinara sauce.
- Arrange the pepperoni slices over the cheese, ensuring each slider will have a few slices of pepperoni.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese over the pepperoni.
- Place the top halves of the slider buns on top.
- Prepare the Butter Topping:
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix well.
- Brush and Sprinkle:
- Brush the tops of the slider buns with the seasoned butter mixture.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake the Sliders:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove the sliders from the oven and let them cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the sliders apart and serve immediately.
Enjoy these Pepperoni Pizza Sliders as a delicious and easy appetizer or main dish that brings the beloved flavors of pepperoni pizza to a fun, handheld format.
