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.
Great for meal prep leftovers can be reheated in the oven and perfect with a crisp lager or lemonade.
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 These sliders always bring my family together especially during weekend snacks and casual dinners.
Notes
Use any mild cheese like mozzarella or gouda for variation Turkey or chicken deli slices work well for a pork-free version Great for meal prep leftovers can be reheated in the oven Pair with a crisp lager or lemonade for a refreshing complement.
Required Tools
Baking dish (23x33 cm/9x13-inch) Sharp knife Small mixing bowl Pastry brush Aluminum foil
Nutritional Information
Calories 230 Total Fat 11 g Carbohydrates 22 g Protein 11 g
Save These sliders are a simple crowd-pleaser that can be customized to your taste and occasion.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use different types of cheese?
Yes, mild cheeses like mozzarella or gouda work well as alternatives to Swiss or cheddar.
- → What can I substitute for ham?
Turkey or chicken deli slices are good pork-free substitutes that maintain great texture and flavor.
- → How do I keep sliders moist when reheating?
Reheat gently in the oven with foil covering to prevent drying and preserve the melted cheese texture.
- → Is the honey glaze necessary?
The honey or brown sugar in the glaze adds a subtle sweetness that balances the savory layers but can be omitted if preferred.
- → Can I prepare these sliders ahead of time?
Yes, assembly ahead of baking is possible; store covered in the fridge and bake when ready to serve.