Budget-Friendly Ham Cheese Sliders (Print)

Savory sliders with ham and melted cheese, baked to golden, perfect for gatherings or snacks.

# What you'll need:

→ Slider Assembly

01 - 12 soft slider buns or dinner rolls
02 - 9 ounces sliced cooked ham
03 - 5 ounces sliced Swiss or cheddar cheese
04 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)
05 - 2 tablespoons Dijon or yellow mustard (optional)

→ Topping

06 - 3.5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
08 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
09 - 1 teaspoon poppy seeds (optional)
10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
12 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Slice the slider buns horizontally, keeping tops and bottoms intact. Place the bottom halves in the baking dish.
03 - Spread mayonnaise and mustard on the buns if using. Layer half of the cheese, followed by all the ham, then the remaining cheese over the buns.
04 - Place the bun tops over the layered fillings.
05 - In a small bowl, combine melted butter, honey or brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
06 - Evenly brush the butter mixture over the tops of the sliders.
07 - Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes.
08 - Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until tops are golden and cheese has melted.
09 - Cut into sliders and serve while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • Use any mild cheese like mozzarella or gouda for variation.
  • Turkey or chicken deli slices work well for a pork free version.
03 -
  • Great for meal prep leftovers can be reheated in the oven.
  • Pair with a crisp lager or lemonade for a refreshing complement.
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