Description
Small Hawaiian rolls become irresistible when layered with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese in these crowd-pleasing ham and cheese sliders. Perfect for game day or casual gatherings, these mini sandwiches deliver big flavor in one delightful bite you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Bread:
- 12 Hawaiian rolls (or any soft dinner rolls)
- 12 slices deli ham (or more to taste)
- 12 slices Swiss cheese (or your favorite cheese)
Spread and Optional Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 grams) mayonnaise (optional)
Butter Glaze:
- ¼ cup (60 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking surface by lining a 9×13-inch dish with aluminum foil or parchment paper to facilitate effortless cleaning after baking.
- Warm the oven to a moderate temperature of 350°F (175°C), ensuring an even heat distribution for optimal cooking.
- Gently separate the dinner rolls, creating a base layer within the prepared baking dish without dismantling the entire package.
- Carefully layer sliced ham across the rolls, covering each piece with precision to ensure consistent meat distribution.
- Strategically place swiss cheese slices atop the ham, allowing the cheese to slightly overlap the meat for maximum flavor coverage.
- Craft a savory butter mixture by blending melted butter with dijon mustard, worcestershire sauce, and dried onion flakes, whisking until thoroughly combined.
- Drizzle the aromatic butter mixture evenly over the assembled rolls, ensuring each slider receives an equal coating of the flavorful blend.
- Sprinkle poppy seeds across the top of the rolls, adding a subtle crunch and visual appeal to the dish.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, creating a protective seal that will help steam and melt the ingredients.
- Slide the covered dish into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the flavors to meld together.
- Remove the foil during the final 5 minutes of baking to achieve a golden, slightly crispy top on the sliders.
- Extract the baking dish from the oven and let the sliders rest for a few minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to settle and the cheese to set.
Notes
- Choose slider rolls with a soft, pillowy texture for the best melt-in-your-mouth experience.
- Mix different cheese varieties like Swiss and cheddar to create a more complex, rich flavor profile.
- Brush the tops with a garlic butter mixture to elevate the sliders from simple to gourmet, adding a delicious golden-brown crispness when baked.
- For a lighter version, swap out regular ham for lean turkey or chicken to reduce calories without sacrificing taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg