Description
Crowd-pleasing ham and cheese sliders deliver irresistible flavor in miniature form. Perfectly layered with savory ham, melted cheese, and buttery rolls, these bite-sized delights will vanish from your party platter in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins and Bread:
- 12 Hawaiian Rolls
- 12 slices Deli Ham (smoked or honey ham)
- 6 slices Swiss Cheese (or preferred cheese)
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) Butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
Dry Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Poppy Seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish, preparing the surface for the delectable sliders.
- Carefully slice the Hawaiian rolls horizontally, maintaining their connectivity, and gently position the bottom half in the prepared baking dish.
- Create a uniform layer of ham across the roll base, ensuring complete coverage of the bread surface.
- Distribute Swiss cheese evenly over the ham, allowing the cheese to drape smoothly across the meat.
- Delicately replace the top half of the rolls, aligning them precisely with the bottom layer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and poppy seeds, whisking until the glaze becomes smooth and well-integrated.
- Using a pastry brush, generously coat the slider tops with the prepared glaze, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Shield the sliders with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the cheese to begin melting.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes until the tops turn a golden brown and the edges become delightfully crispy.
- Allow the sliders to rest briefly after removing from the oven, then slice into individual portions and serve while warm.
Notes
- Gluten-Free Option: Swap Hawaiian rolls for gluten-free dinner rolls or cauliflower slider bases to accommodate gluten sensitivities.
- Cheese Alternatives: Experiment with provolone, cheddar, or dairy-free cheese for different flavor profiles and dietary needs.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Assemble sliders up to 24 hours in advance, refrigerate, and bake just before serving to save party prep time.
- Protein Swap: Replace ham with turkey, chicken, or plant-based deli slices for varied protein options and vegetarian adaptations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg