Sweet Savory Mini Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Crispy mini rolls with melted cheese, honey ham, and honey mustard glaze.

# 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

04 - 6 slices deli ham, cut in half (optional)

→ Condiments

05 - 2 tablespoons honey mustard
06 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise

→ Toppings

07 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds (optional)
08 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat until evenly hot.
02 - Whisk together honey mustard and mayonnaise in a small bowl until thoroughly combined.
03 - Open each Hawaiian roll and spread a thin layer of the honey mustard mixture on the cut sides. Place a half slice of cheddar cheese on the bottom half, add half a slice of ham if desired, then close with the top half.
04 - Spread softened butter evenly over the outside top and bottom surfaces of each assembled sandwich.
05 - Place sandwiches in the preheated skillet, press gently with a spatula. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
06 - Remove from heat and immediately sprinkle with poppy seeds and chives if using. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • These tiny sandwiches are somehow more satisfying than full sized ones
  • The sweet and salty combo hits every single craving at once
02 -
  • These cook faster than regular grilled cheese, so watch closely
  • The honey mustard mixture should be thin so it doesn't make the bread soggy
03 -
  • Use a generous amount of butter on the outside for the crispiest results
  • Let them rest for just a minute before serving so the cheese sets slightly

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