Pull-Apart Cheesy Pizza Sliders – Instant Dinner Solution
If pizza night and game-day sliders had a baby, this would be it. These cheesy pull-apart cheesy pizza sliders are stuffed with pepperoni, Italian sausage, gooey mozzarella, and a quick homemade pizza sauce. They bake up golden and bubbly in just 30 minutes—perfect for parties, Friday night dinners, or when you just want something fun and comforting to share.
Ingredients
- 12 slider buns or soft dinner rolls, sliced in half
- 1 (28-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, drained well
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella–provolone blend (or just mozzarella), divided
- 1 cup diced pepperoni slices (about 3 ounces)
- 1½ cups cooked crumbled Italian sausage (about 8 ounces raw)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or Italian seasoning)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prep the buns. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and place the bottom halves of the slider buns inside.
- Make the sauce. In a medium bowl, stir together the drained tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Spread evenly over the buns.
- Layer the fillings. Sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese. Add pepperoni, sausage, and the remaining cheese. Place the top halves of the buns over everything.
- Make the buttery topping. In a small bowl, mix melted butter with garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley. Brush over the tops of the buns, then sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Bake. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 5 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is melty.
- Serve. Let cool for 5 minutes, then pull apart and serve warm.
Tips & Variations
- Make it veggie: Swap the sausage for sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers.
- Extra saucy: Warm up some marinara on the side for dipping.
- Cheese swap: Try provolone, cheddar, or even a little fontina for extra melty goodness.
Storage & Make-Ahead
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat covered in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
- Freezer: Assemble through step 4, cover tightly, and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before baking as directed.
FAQs
Can I make these ahead for a party?
Yes! Assemble the sliders in the morning, cover, and refrigerate. Just bake before serving.
What if I can’t find slider buns?
Use Hawaiian rolls or cut larger rolls in half—they’ll work just as well.
Can I skip the sausage?
Definitely. Use all pepperoni or your favorite pizza toppings instead.
Pull-Apart Cheesy Pizza Sliders
Pull-Apart Cheesy Pizza Sliders are loaded with pepperoni, Italian sausage, gooey mozzarella, and a quick homemade pizza sauce. They bake golden and bubbly in just 30 minutes—perfect for parties, game day, or an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 12 slider buns or dinner rolls, sliced in half
- 1 (28-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella–provolone blend, divided
- 1 cup diced pepperoni slices (about 3 ounces)
- 1½ cups cooked and crumbled Italian sausage (about 8 ounces raw)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or Italian seasoning)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and place the bottom halves of the buns inside.
- In a medium bowl, mix drained tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Spread evenly over the buns.
- Layer with 1 cup shredded cheese, pepperoni, sausage, and the remaining cheese. Place the top halves of the buns on top.
- In a small bowl, stir together melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley. Brush over the tops of the buns. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 5 minutes, until the tops are golden and the cheese is melted.
- Cool slightly, then pull apart and serve warm.
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Notes
- Serve with extra marinara for dipping.
- Swap sausage for mushrooms or peppers for a veggie version.
- Assemble ahead and refrigerate up to 8 hours before baking.
