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These are always the first to go! My ham and cheese sliders are served on fluffy Hawaiian rolls with layers of ham, melty cheese, and a buttery Dijon sauce. I make them for everything from game days to summer parties, and they’re always a hit!
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Pin ItWhy You’ll Love These Sliders
- These are my GO-TO for any large gathering I host. I served them at my tropical party once and they were gone in 30 minutes. People kept coming back for more and more.
- They’re easy to throw together, perfect for parties, weeknight dinners, or game day, and such a good way to use up leftover honey glazed ham.
- I love them so much I added the recipe to my book Entertaining with Charm. They’re always a hit and one of those recipes people always ask for.
Ham and Cheese Slider Ingredients
• Ham: Use good-quality sliced deli ham
• Swiss Cheese: We love Swiss, but provolone or cheddar works too
• Hawaiian Rolls: King’s Hawaiian is best, any flavor you like
• Dijon Mustard: Adds a tangy kick, or use yellow if needed
• Worcestershire Sauce: Sweet and savory, can sub with soy sauce
• Poppy Seeds: Optional, or swap with sesame seeds
• Dried Minced Onion: Adds flavor, or use onion or garlic powder instead
How to Make Ham and Cheese Sliders
1. Melt the butter with mustard, poppy seeds, Worcestershire, and onion—this buttery sauce is magic.
2. Slice the rolls in half (keep them connected!) and layer in the ham and cheese.
3. Place the tops back on and pour that buttery goodness all over.
4. Bake at 350 for about 20 minutes until the cheese is melty and the tops are golden.
5. Slice and serve warm. They’ll disappear fast!
Recipe Tips & Variations
• Switch it up: Try turkey, roast beef, or chicken instead of ham.
• Change the cheese: Cheddar, provolone, gouda, or pepper jack all work.
• Add crunch: Pickles, onions, or roasted red peppers are delicious extras.
• Go veggie: Skip the meat and use roasted zucchini, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
• Bread swap: No Hawaiian rolls? Use soft dinner rolls that fit your pan.
• Deli tip: Have your ham sliced thin at the deli for even layers.
• Leave rolls connected: Slice them in half as one big piece and cut after baking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! You can assemble the sliders, cover the pan with foil, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to serve, just pop them in the oven. I do this for parties all the time—it makes entertaining a breeze.
I love using Swiss for its classic flavor, but you can totally switch it up! Try cheddar for sharpness, provolone for meltiness, or pepper jack for a little kick. Use what you love or what you have on hand!
Yes! After baking, let them cool completely, then wrap them individually and freeze. Reheat in the oven wrapped in foil for 10–15 minutes at 350°F. Great for busy weeknights or last-minute guests.
Once they’re baked, keep them covered in foil and place in a warm oven (around 200°F). I also love serving them on a warming tray or in a covered dish—it keeps the cheese melty and the rolls perfectly soft.
Deli-sliced honey ham or black forest ham are great choices for flavor and texture. Thin slices layer beautifully and melt into the cheese.
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Ham and Cheese Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 bag King's Hawaiian Rolls
- 1/2 lb Swiss cheese, sliced
- 1/2 lb ham, sliced
- 5 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1/2 tbsp dried minced onion
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Melt the butter mustard, poppy seeds, Worcestershire sauce and dried minced onion in a bowl. Set aside while you assemble the sliders.
- Hawaiian rolls are connected when removed from the bag. You can leave them connected and then just cut horizontally through the center to make a top and a bottom.
- This helps because then you can make one large sandwich and cut them after they bake!
- Once you have the top and bottom, place the bottom rolls in a 9 x 13 baking pan.
- Add half of the ham on the bottom, then half of the cheese, then ham and cheese again.
- Place the Hawaiian roll tops back on, and then pour the butter mixture all over the top. Use a spatula to get all of the ingredients and poppy seeds out.
- Since these are baked ham and cheese sliders, toss them in a preheated 350-degree oven for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- When they’re done, cut each roll individually. Serve warm!
Notes
You can assemble the sliders a few hours in advance—just wait to pour the sauce until right before baking. Cover and refrigerate for up to 5 hours. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat the next day. To Keep Warm
Keep sliders wrapped in foil in a 200°F oven until ready to serve, or wrap them individually to hold heat on the table.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
These ham and cheese sliders on sweet Hawaiian rolls are a total crowd-pleaser! 🧀🍖 The fluffy rolls, melty cheese, and savory sauce make them irresistible. 😍 Perfect for a quick and delicious snack or party dish! 🥪🔥
Yay! SO happy!!!
These are always a hit when I make them and never last more than a few minutes. Thanks for the recipe!
So glad you liked them!!
One of the best game day foods to make! They never last long in our house when we make them!
These are soooo delicious and come together in minutes!! My family loves them! Thanks for sharing!
Comfort food at its finest! These sliders are SO GOOD! It’s hard to stop eating them!