Save Soft, savory sliders layered with ham and melty cheese, baked to golden perfection an easy and affordable crowd-pleaser for parties snacks or family dinners.
Ingredients
- Slider Assembly: 12 soft slider buns or dinner rolls 250 g (about 9 oz) sliced cooked ham 150 g (about 5 oz) sliced Swiss or cheddar cheese 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional) 2 tbsp Dijon or yellow mustard (optional)
- Topping: 50 g (3.5 tbsp) unsalted butter melted 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp poppy seeds (optional) ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp onion powder Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) Lightly grease a 23x33 cm (9x13 inch) baking dish.
- Step 2:
- Slice the slider buns horizontally keeping the tops and bottoms intact. Place the bottom halves in the baking dish.
- Step 3:
- Spread mayonnaise and mustard on the buns if using. Layer half the cheese then all the ham then the remaining cheese over the buns.
- Step 4:
- Place the bun tops over the layers.
- Step 5:
- In a small bowl mix the melted butter honey or brown sugar Worcestershire sauce poppy seeds garlic powder onion powder and salt.
- Step 6:
- Brush the butter mixture evenly over the tops of the sliders.
- Step 7:
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 5 minutes until the tops are golden and cheese is melted.
- Step 8:
- Cut and serve warm.
Save Required Tools
Baking dish (23x33 cm/9x13 inch) Sharp knife Small mixing bowl Pastry brush Aluminum foil
Allergen Information
Contains Gluten (buns) Dairy (cheese butter) Egg (mayonnaise if used) Mustard (if used) Contains Pork (ham) Double check all labels for allergens if using pre-packaged ingredients.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 230 Total Fat 11 g Carbohydrates 22 g Protein 11 g
Save Recipe Q&A
- → What kind of cheese works best for these sliders?
Swiss and cheddar are great choices, but mild cheeses like mozzarella or gouda also melt well and complement the ham.
- → Can I substitute the ham with other meats?
Yes, turkey or chicken deli slices work well for a pork-free alternative without sacrificing flavor.
- → How do I get the slider tops golden and crispy?
Brushing the tops with the butter, honey, and spice mixture before baking helps create a golden, slightly crispy finish.
- → Is it necessary to use mayonnaise and mustard layers?
They add moisture and tang but are optional. You can omit or replace them according to taste preferences.
- → How should leftovers be stored and reheated?
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven to maintain softness and melted cheese texture.