Description

Buttery, crispy Hawaiian rolls filled with a creamy egg custard, crumbled bacon, and melted cheese. These sliders are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or meal prep, offering a delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

Scale

1 package (12 rolls) Hawaiian sweet rolls
12 large eggs
1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
8–10 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
1.5 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, or mozzarella), divided
1 cup fresh or frozen spinach (optional)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon poppy seeds (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 13×9 inch baking pan or half-sheet pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
Place the package of Hawaiian rolls on a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, slice horizontally through the middle of the roll package to separate the tops from the bottoms, keeping them attached at the base.
Gently scoop out a small amount of the soft inner bread from the bottom half of each roll to create a shallow well for the filling.
Place the hollowed-out bottoms back on the baking sheet. Sprinkle a little shredded cheese into each well, followed by a pinch of crumbled bacon and optional spinach.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth and slightly frothy.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the assembled rolls, filling each about 3/4 full. Let sit for 5 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, garlic powder, and poppy seeds. Brush this mixture generously over the tops of the rolls.
Place the tops back on the sliders. If desired, cover loosely with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the tops are golden brown. If baking from the fridge, add 5-10 minutes.
Let cool for 5 minutes before separating and serving warm.

Notes

Do not skip hollowing out the bread to prevent soggy bottoms. Cook bacon fully before adding to ensure crispness. Let sliders rest for 5 minutes after baking to allow eggs to set. Can be assembled the night before and refrigerated.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slider
Calories: 180
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 350
Fat: 9
Saturated Fat: 4
Carbohydrates: 16
Fiber: 1
Protein: 8

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