Dinner

Pizza Sliders Recipe

ByMaya Arden November 17, 2025November 17, 2025

Introduction

Pizza sliders are a fun and delicious twist on classic pizza, perfect for parties or a family dinner. These bite-sized sandwiches combine all your favorite pizza toppings inside soft slider buns for a crowd-pleasing treat.

A close-up of a sandwich with three main layers on a white plate, set on a white marbled surface. The sandwich has a top golden-brown, soft bun sprinkled with white cheese. Below the top bun, there is a melted, bubbly layer of light yellow-orange cheese with a crispy texture. Next, a reddish layer of pepperoni slices with a shiny, slightly greasy surface can be seen. Underneath this, a layer of ground beef with a rich brown color is peeking out. Another melted cheese layer appears below the meat, followed by additional pepperoni slices and a gooey cheese layer at the base before the bottom bun. In the background, part of another sandwich and a white cup with a dark red sauce inside are visible. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

12 slider buns
1 cup pizza sauce

6 slices provolone cheese
4 ounces sliced pepperoni

9 ounces Italian sausage, cooked and drained
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

3 tablespoons butter, melted
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350º F. Spray a 13×9 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
Step 2: Slice the slider buns in half and place the bottom halves into the baking dish. Spread ½ cup of pizza sauce evenly over the buns.

Step 3: Layer the provolone cheese and sliced pepperoni over the sauce. Evenly sprinkle the cooked Italian sausage on top, then cover with shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 4: Spread the remaining pizza sauce on the top halves of the buns and carefully place them sauce-side down over the cheese layer.
Step 5: Mix melted butter with Italian seasoning and garlic powder, then brush this mixture over the tops of the buns. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

Step 6: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes until the cheese is melted. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to brown the tops slightly.
Step 7: Remove from the oven and serve warm with extra pizza sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.

Tips & Variations

Use fresh mozzarella instead of provolone for a creamier texture.

Swap Italian sausage for cooked ground beef or turkey to change up the protein.
Add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
Brush the tops with garlic butter before baking for an extra savory touch.

Storage

Store any leftover pizza sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in the oven at 350º F for about 10 minutes or until heated through. Avoid microwaving to keep the buns from becoming soggy.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a baked slider sandwich showing its layers clearly: a top golden-brown soft bun sprinkled with white cheese powder sits above a layer of mixed browned ground meat, followed by a layer of shiny red pepperoni, and a bottom soft bun with melted cheese peeking out. The sandwich is lifted on a black spatula above a white baking dish filled with more similar sliders, each topped with golden buns dusted with cheese powder, all set on a white marbled textured surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make pizza sliders ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the sliders and keep them covered in the refrigerator for a few hours before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.