Description
Hearty Ham and Cheese Sliders deliver a mouthwatering combination of savory ham and melted cheese nestled between buttery rolls. Simple ingredients create a crowd-pleasing appetizer you will devour at gatherings or game days.
Ingredients
- 12 Hawaiian rolls (or any soft dinner rolls)
- 12 slices deli ham (or more to taste)
- 12 slices Swiss cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- ¼ cup (60 g) mayonnaise (optional)
- ¼ cup (60 g / 4 tbsps) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with foil or parchment paper for easy removal, then gently separate slider bun clusters without fully detaching them.
- Layering: Spread sliced ham across bottom bun surface, creating an even layer, then top with swiss cheese slices, allowing slight overlapping to ensure complete coverage.
- Glaze Creation: Whisk melted butter, dijon mustard, worcestershire sauce, and dried minced onion together until smooth and well-blended.
- Assembly: Drizzle prepared glaze comprehensively over sliders, sprinkle poppy seeds evenly across tops, and gently press bun tops down to create a compact sandwich.
- Baking: Position dish on center oven rack, bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes until cheese melts completely and bun tops transform into a golden, slightly crisp exterior.
- Serving: Allow sliders to rest 3-5 minutes after removing from oven, then slice into individual portions and serve warm, showcasing the gooey cheese and perfectly glazed finish.
Notes
Prevent Soggy Bottoms: Blot ham with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring crisp and flavorful slider bases without unwanted sogginess.
Cheese Melting Mastery: Allow cheese to reach room temperature before assembling to promote even, smooth melting throughout the slider.
Glaze Distribution Technique: Use a silicone brush for uniform glaze application, creating consistent flavor and preventing pooling or dry spots on buns.
Make-Ahead Magic: Assemble sliders up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate, covering tightly with plastic wrap to maintain freshness before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg