Description
Succulent turkey meets zesty cranberry in these mouthwatering cranberry turkey sliders, perfect for game day gatherings or holiday leftovers. Miniature sandwiches packed with festive flavors will delight guests and satisfy hearty appetites.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) cooked turkey, sliced or shredded
Bread and Cheese:
- 12 Hawaiian rolls or slider buns
- 6 slices of Swiss or provolone cheese, halved
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish for the sliders.
- Carefully slice the Hawaiian rolls horizontally, maintaining their connected structure, and gently place the bottom half in the prepared baking dish.
- Apply a delicate layer of mayonnaise across the interior surface of each roll half.
- Distribute sliced turkey evenly over the bottom roll section, creating a uniform base layer.
- Spread a smooth layer of cranberry sauce directly atop the turkey, ensuring complete coverage.
- Arrange cheese slices methodically over the cranberry sauce to create a consistent melting foundation.
- Position the top roll halves carefully over the prepared ingredients.
- Craft a flavor-enhancing butter mixture by combining melted butter, Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, thyme, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl.
- Generously brush the prepared butter mixture across the exterior of the rolls, ensuring complete and even coating.
- Shield the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes to initiate the warming process.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes until the rolls achieve a golden-brown hue and the cheese melts completely.
- Extract the sliders from the oven, slice into individual portions, and serve while warm for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality deli turkey to elevate the slider’s flavor profile and ensure tender, succulent meat.
- Swap Hawaiian rolls with gluten-free alternatives for those with dietary restrictions, maintaining the same soft, sweet texture.
- Test cheese meltability by selecting varieties like provolone or Swiss that distribute smoothly and create a creamy consistency.
- Customize the butter mixture by experimenting with different herbs like rosemary or oregano to introduce unique flavor dimensions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg