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These Mini Brioche Lobster Rolls are a charming twist on the classic lobster roll! They provide a taste of luxury in a beautifully sized, sophisticated presentation.

A platter with five bread rolls stuffed with lobster salad, garnished with chives, and flanked by two lobster tails. A small plate with tarragon, napkins, and lobster is nearby on a wooden table.
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Why You’ll 🫶🏻 these Mini Rolls

Picture soft, buttery mini brioche buns brimming with delightful, chilled lobster salad, enhanced with fresh herbs and a touch of citrus — that’s the essence of this mini lobster roll recipe. Sweet lobster, creamy mayonnaise, and lemon, paired with a buttery-soft roll, come together in less than 20 minutes for a delicacy that’s both captivating and sophisticated. They are perfect for casual or elegant entertaining. Enjoy! ~Nicole

Key Ingredients for Mini Brioche Lobster Rolls

A bowl of chopped seafood sits on a white countertop, surrounded by slider buns, fresh herbs, a lemon, a jar of cayenne pepper, a small bowl of mayonnaise, and a small bowl of chopped celery.

Mini Brioche Rolls offer a buttery flavor, subtle sweetness, and fluffy texture, making them the perfect vessel for a lobster roll.

Cooked Lobster Meat is the real star of this recipe. Always opt for the freshest lobster available; it’s what truly makes these rolls shine.

Mayonnaise imparts a smooth, creamy feel and rich flavor, delicately enveloping every piece of lobster.

Lemon adds a hint of citrus, enhancing the lobster’s sweetness and maintaining the filling’s vibrancy.

Fresh Tarragon boasts a distinctive flavor that many describe as a blend of sweet anise and gentle vanilla, accompanied by a touch of pepper. Its subtle, fragrant taste makes it an excellent complement to a variety of dishes without overwhelming them.

Fresh Chives add a mild onion taste and a pop of fresh green color.

Celery adds a crunchy texture and a mild vegetal taste.

Cayenne Pepper has a balanced, peppery taste with a hint of sweetness that doesn’t overpower other flavors.

Equipment Needed

A serrated knife is slicing through a small, brown bread roll placed on a worn, reddish-brown cutting board.
A bread roll with the top cut off and the inside hollowed out sits on a brown cutting board next to a knife with a black handle.
Four bread rolls with their tops hollowed out sit on a brown cutting board next to a knife, with the removed bread pieces placed in a small white bowl.
A white bowl contains chopped herbs, diced celery, onion, lemon zest, seasonings, and a large dollop of mayonnaise, ready to be mixed with a wooden spoon on a light surface.

Tips for Making Mini Brioche Lobster Rolls

  1. Using a small paring knife, angle it slightly into the roll.
  2. Cut a 1 1/2-inch round plug from the roll.
  3. Repeat with the remaining rolls, then carefully use a small spoon to hollow out each roll. SAVE THE PLUGS FOR BREAD CRUMBS OR CROUTONS.
  4. Mix all the ingredients until smooth, then divide the mixture evenly among the rolls.

Substitions

  • Substitute lobster with crabmeat or shrimp.
  • Substitute the mini brioche rolls with small Parker House rolls. They have a similar taste and texture.
  • Tarrogan can be substituted with similar-flavored herbs, like chervil, basil, dill, or even fennel fronds. Adjust the herb flavors according to your tastes.
  • Use a combination of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt to lower the calories.
  • As I always say, “Make it for you, make it your own.”
A close-up of a bread roll filled with creamy lobster salad, garnished with chopped chives, on a gray plate.

Serving Suggestions

  • These Mini Brioche Lobster Rolls are highly appreciated when presented as appetizers or hors d’oeuvres.
  • They are equally delightful when accompanied by a light salad for a straightforward lunch.
  • For beach outings and picnic meals, they can be separately packed and assembled just before serving.
Can the lobster salad be made ahead of time?

Yes! The lobster salad can be made and refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two days.

Can the mini rolls be filled ahead of time?

Yes! The filled rolls can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Can I use a food processor to make the lobster salad?

Absolutely! Roughly chop the lobster, celery, and herbs. Then add them to the food processor and pulse until chopped fine. Add the remaining ingredients and pulse just to combine.

Can the rolls be served warmed?

Yes. You can prepare the rolls and warm them in a 350°F oven for 5-8 minutes. Fill and serve immediately.

If you can’t find cooked lobster, here is a great way to make Steam-Baked Lobster Tails for the sweet succulent meat…

A lobster tail served on a white plate with melted butter in a small cup, garnished with chopped herbs and a lemon wedge, with greens in the background.

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Mini Brioche Lobster Rolls

By Nicole
Prep: 15 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
A platter with five bread rolls stuffed with lobster salad, garnished with chives, and flanked by two lobster tails. A small plate with tarragon, napkins, and lobster is nearby on a wooden table.
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These Mini Brioche Lobster Rolls are a charming twist on the classic lobster roll. They provide a taste of luxury in a beautifully sized, sophisticated presentation.

Equipment

Ingredients 

For the Mini Brioche Rolls

  • 12 mini brioche or Parker House rolls, about 2 to 2 ½-inches around

For the Lobster Salad

  • 1 pound cooked lobster meat, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup plus 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
  • ¾ teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Instructions 

For the Mini Brioche Rolls

  • Using a paring knife, cut a 1 ½-inch round plug from the top of each roll, leaving a ½-inch border all around. Using a small spoon, carefully hollow out the rolls. (Save the scraps for breadcrumbs or croutons!) At this point, the rolls can be set asi,e or they can be warmed in a preheated 350℉ oven for and then filled 5-8 minutes.

For the Lobster Salad

  • Place all of the salad ingredients into a medium bowl and mix thorou ghly to combine.Set aside until ready to fill the rolls. Lobster salad can be made and refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two days.
  • Warmed rolls can be filled and served immediately.
  • Room temperature rolls can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 hours. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 181kcal, Carbohydrates: 16g, Protein: 9g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.02g, Cholesterol: 52mg, Sodium: 220mg, Potassium: 88mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 40IU, Vitamin C: 0.3mg, Calcium: 60mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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