Homemade Pizza Sliders for a Cozy Night
Homemade Pizza Sliders for a Cozy Night are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for sharing with family and friends. These delightful little sandwiches capture the essence of pizza in a portable form, making them a fantastic option for weeknight meals, game nights, or cozy gatherings.
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Slider Buns
- 8 buns Fresh slider buns Aim for soft, fluffy slider buns.
Cheese
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese For a gooey texture.
- 1 cup Pepperoni Slices Adjust based on taste preferences.
Sauce
- 1 cup Pizza Sauce Use your favorite marinara or pizza sauce.
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Adds depth to the flavor.
Butter
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted, for brushing on top.
Cheese
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For an extra layer of flavor.
Vegetables
- 1/2 cup Diced Bell Peppers and Onions Optional, for added crunch.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Slice the slider buns in half horizontally.
- Place the bottom halves of the slider buns into the baking dish.
- Spread pizza sauce over the bottom halves of the buns.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Layer on the pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Place the top halves of the slider buns over the cheese layer.
- Melt the butter and mix in the Italian seasoning. Brush this mixture over the top of the buns.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the buns.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the sliders cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm with extra pizza sauce on the side.
Notes
These sliders can be customized with various toppings and fillings to suit your taste.