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Stacked ham and cheese sliders with golden Hawaiian rolls topped with poppy and sesame seeds

Ham and Cheese Sliders

Ella
These ham and cheese sliders solve the soggy-bottom problem with a brilliant baking method that keeps the rolls crisp and the cheese perfectly gooey.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main
Cuisine American
Servings 12 sliders
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1.5 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced onion or use 1.5 teaspoons onion powder

For the Sliders

  • 1 pound Hawaiian rolls about 24 small rolls or 12 large ones
  • 1 pound thinly sliced deli ham use halal if avoiding pork
  • 1 pound Swiss cheese, sliced

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, and minced onion. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
  • Slice the sheet of rolls in half horizontally without separating them. Place the bottom half in the baking dish.
  • Layer on half the ham, then all the cheese, followed by the remaining ham to ensure even melting and flavor.
  • Place the top half of the rolls back on. Slowly pour the glaze evenly over the rolls, letting it drip down the sides.
  • Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes to allow the sliders to heat through without over-browning.
  • Remove the foil and continue baking uncovered for another 10 minutes until golden and slightly crisp.
  • Let rest for a minute or two. Cut sliders apart with a sharp knife and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, assemble sliders ahead but pour glaze just before baking. Try other meats like turkey or roast beef for variation. Avoid soggy bottoms by baking covered then uncovered, and reheating in the oven instead of the microwave.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 220 kcal (11%)
• Carbohydrates: 12 g (4%)
• Protein: 11 g (22%)
• Fat: 14 g (22%)
• Saturated Fat: 8 g (50%)
• Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Monounsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Trans Fat: 0.2 g
• Cholesterol: 46 mg (15%)
• Sodium: 359 mg (16%)
• Potassium: 79 mg (2%)
• Fiber: 0.1 g
• Sugar: 4 g (4%)
• Vitamin A: 276 IU (6%)
• Vitamin C: 0.2 mg
• Calcium: 176 mg (18%)
• Iron: 0.2 mg (1%)
Keyword Ham and Cheese Sliders, Hawaiian roll sliders, Party Sliders