Ham and Cheese Sliders (Hawaiian Roll Sliders Recipe) Recipe
Introduction
These ham and Swiss cheese sliders on sweet Hawaiian rolls are a crowd-pleasing quick bake. With six simple ingredients and a few steps, you’ll have melty, golden sliders in under an hour.
Ingredients
- 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls
- 9 slices ham
- 9 slices Swiss cheese
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup poppyseed dressing
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a bowl, combine the Dijon mustard and honey and stir until smooth.
- Step 2: Cut the rolls in half lengthwise. Place the bottoms of the 12 rolls in a lightly sprayed baking dish (do not separate them).
- Step 3: Brush the rolls with the honey Dijon mixture.
- Step 4: Top the bottom layer of rolls with slices of ham and then slices of Swiss cheese.
- Step 5: Brush the inside of the top half of rolls with more honey Dijon, then place on top.
- Step 6: Liberally brush the outside of each top with poppy seed dressing.
- Step 7: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Step 8: Broil for 4 minutes or until the rolls are slightly browned and crisped.
- Step 9: Serve immediately, while hot.
Tips & Variations
- Try with turkey or chicken for a different flavor, or swap Swiss for provolone or cheddar.
- For a spicier kick, mix a touch of horseradish into the honey Dijon.
- Make ahead: assemble up to the baking step and refrigerate overnight; bake as directed.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat briefly in the oven at 325°F until warmed through.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these sliders in advance?
Yes. Assemble up to the point of baking, cover tightly, and refrigerate. Bake when ready, adding a few extra minutes if needed for cold pan.
Can I use different cheese or meat?
Absolutely. Try cheddar or provolone with turkey or chicken for a different variation.
PrintHam and Cheese Sliders (Hawaiian Roll Sliders Recipe) Recipe
This ham and cheese sliders recipe uses sweet Hawaiian rolls, layering sliced ham and Swiss cheese, then infusing with a honey-Dijon glaze and a poppy seed finish. Baked until melty and golden, these crowd-pleasing sliders come together quickly for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 12 sliders (6 servings of 2 per serving) 1x
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Rolls
- 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls (one package)
Fillings
- 9 slices ham
- 9 slices Swiss cheese
Sauces & Glaze
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup poppyseed dressing
Instructions
- Preheat oven, set to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the sliders.
- Make glaze, in a bowl whisk together ¼ cup honey and ¼ cup Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Prepare rolls, cut the rolls in half lengthwise. Place the bottom halves in a lightly sprayed baking dish, without separating them.
- Add fillings, arrange 9 slices of ham over the bottom layer, followed by 9 slices of Swiss cheese.
- Glaze the tops, brush the inside of the top half of the rolls with the remaining honey-Dijon glaze, then place the top half on the fillings.
- Finish with dressing, liberally brush the outside of each top with poppy seed dressing.
- Bake, cover the dish with foil and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sliders are heated through.
- Broil, uncover and broil for 4 minutes or until the tops are slightly browned and crisped.
- Serve, cut into individual sliders and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- For a crisper crust, broil a little longer but watch closely to prevent burning.
- Feel free to substitute Swiss with cheddar or Gruyère for a different flavor profile.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes.
