Sliders are a popular dish. Ham and cheese sandwiches are a time-tested sandwich style that blends simplicity, flavors and texture. Why not combine the slider mania with the traditional ham and cheese concept?? These ham and cheese sliders are easy to make, delicious, and a family favorite! Whether I'm preparing a quick family dinner, hosting a game day, or using a leftover holiday ham, this recipe comes together beautifully with just a few ingredients. The results are baked-on, soft, buttery Hawaiian rolls with lots of gooey cheese layered with sweet and savory ham!
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Oven baked sliders are a great way to use those Thanksgiving or Christmas leftovers. We also love these Turkey Sliders with Cranberry Sauce or Egg Breakfast Sliders.
Why You'll Love This Ham And Cheese Slider Recipe!
These ooey-gooey ham and cheese sliders are the perfect balance of cheesy, savory, and sweet. With a buttery topping baked to golden perfection, every bite is irresistible. But the best thing about it? It's incredibly easy to make, and takes just 30 minutes to get on the table.
- Meal Prep Friendly- It's a perfect make-ahead meal or appetizer!
- Versatile-Excellent for making a simple weeknight dinner or for feeding a crowd.
- Great for Leftovers- An excellent way to use leftover ham.
Equipment Needed
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Serrated knife
- Mixing bowl
- Small spoon or whisk
- Aluminum foil
Key Ingredients
Hawaiian Rolls - The fluffy, slightly sweet rolls make these ham and cheese Hawaiian roll sliders more special.
Ham - Deli-sliced ham or leftover ham works perfectly for this recipe.
Swiss cheese - It melts beautifully, but you can also try provolone or cheddar.
Honey, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard - The secret sauce that adds sweet-tangy flavor to the sandwich.
Butter, poppy seeds, garlic powder, and onion flakes - gives the Hawaiian rolls extra flavor.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Set aside a baking dish and aluminum foil.
While keeping them connected, slice the rolls in half and place the bottom half into the baking dish.
Place half of the cheese slices on the bottom half of the rolls.
Mix the honey, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard, and then spread this mixture over the cheese. (This creates a barrier that will prevent the bread from getting soggy.)
Next, layer the sliced ham evenly over the spread along with the remaining cheese slices and the top of the rolls to complete the sandwich sliders.
Stir the onion flakes, poppy seeds and garlic into the melted butter. Brush the mixture over the tops of the Hawaiian rolls.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheesy is melty and the rolls are golden brown.
Serving Suggestions
These easy ham and cheese sliders are versatile enough to serve as an appetizer on game day or main course and can be paired beautifully with:
- Soup, like creamy potato or tomato basil, for cozy comfort food vibes.
- A fresh green salad for a balanced meal.
- Fries, chips, or veggie sticks for a casual snack spread.
Make Ahead
One of the best things about these simple ham and cheese sliders is that they are the perfect make ahead meal. You can assemble them fully, cover them tightly with aluminum foil, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. Add 5 to 10 minutes of baking time if you will bake straight from the fridge and always allow your ceramic baking dish to come up to room temperature before popping in the oven.
Storage
Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. You can also wrap each one individually in foil, place it in a freezer bag, and store it in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through or microwave if you are in a hurry.
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Ham And Cheese Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 12 count package Hawaiian Rolls
- 6-8 slices swiss cheese
- ¾ pound leftover ham or deli sliced ham
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon dried onion flakes
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉. Set aside a baking dish and aluminum foil.
- Remove the Hawaiian rolls from package and while leaving the rolls connected, slice in half. Place the bottom half of the rolls in baking dish.
- Add the first layer of cheese over the bottom half of the Hawaiian rolls.
- Mix together the mayo, honey and mustard and spread over the cheese. (By spreading the mixture over the cheese it creates a barrier so the bread does not get soggy if making ahead).
- Layer with ham slices, remaining cheese and the tops of Hawaiian rolls.
- Stir the onion flakes, poppy seeds and garlic into the melted butter. Brush the mixture over the tops of the Hawaiian rolls.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes, uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes or just long enough for the cheese to be melty and the rolls golden brown.
- Use a knife to cut the sandwiches apart and serve immediately.
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