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.
This recipe quickly became a family favorite thanks to its simplicity and delicious flavors.
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 Making these sliders is always a hit during family gatherings especially the kids love them.
Notes
Great for meal prep leftovers can be reheated in the oven
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
Save These ham & cheese sliders are sure to be a crowd favorite with minimal effort.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use different types of cheese?
Yes, mild cheeses like mozzarella or gouda work well as alternatives to Swiss or cheddar.
- → Is it possible to substitute the ham?
Turkey or chicken deli slices can replace ham for those avoiding pork.
- → What is the best way to reheat leftovers?
Reheat sliders in the oven to maintain the melted cheese and crispy topping.
- → Can the butter topping be adjusted for flavor?
Absolutely, you can vary the amount of honey or Worcestershire sauce to suit your taste.
- → What drinks pair well with these sliders?
A crisp lager or refreshing lemonade complements the savory and sweet notes perfectly.
- → Are the slider buns critical to the texture?
Soft slider buns or dinner rolls create the best texture, soaking up flavors without becoming soggy.