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These baked ham and cheese sliders are topped with a buttery Dijon, onion, and poppy seed glaze! Watch them disappear at your next party. They are a definite crowd pleaser and perfect for game day.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe!
I first served these ham and cheese sliders at a baby shower. It was a storybook themed shower and we needed something to represent the Green Eggs and Ham book. These sandwiches disappeared first and every one raved about them.
They are perfect to serve as an appetizer or as a main dish sandwich for an easy weeknight dinner idea. Ham and Cheese Sliders are also perfect for game day food.
They have great flavor thanks to the butter sauce you pour over the top. The melty cheese inside is my favorite part.
Ingredients Needed
- Hawaiian Rolls (Kings is the brand I use) If you are unable to find them use some type of slider buns or light, fluffy dinner roll.
- Black Forest Ham, honey ham or your favorite kind of deli ham.
- Provolone Cheese, cut in slices
- Cream Cheese, softened
- Butter, salted and softened
- Yellow Mustard or Dijon Mustard
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Minced Onions
- Parmesan Cheese, grated
- Poppy Seeds
How to Make Ham and Cheese Sliders
- Slice the rolls in half using a serrated knife.
- Line your 9 x 13 pan with the bottom half of the rolls.
- Fold the ham and place on top of the roll.
- Add a slice of cheese to each roll.
- Spread a layer of cream cheese on the top half of the bun and place on top.
- Combine melted butter, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and onions and whisk together in a small bowl.
- Drizzle butter sauce over the top of the rolls evenly. (If you are making ahead, do this part right before baking.)
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and poppy seeds. over the top of rolls.
- Cover with foil and bake at 350 degree F until heated through and the cheese has melted!
Tips
- Instead of Provolone cheese you could use Swiss Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese or Cheddar Cheese.
- If you prefer, you can substitute the ham with slices of turkey or roast beef.
Pair This With:
Serve as an appetizer or a main dish. They are great served with:
- Pasta Salad
- Broccoli Salad
- Tomato Soup
- Trader Joe’s Salad
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make hot ham and cheese sliders ahead of time?
Yes, ham and cheese sliders are a great make ahead meal. Make the sandwiches, but do not add the melted butter mixture, Parmesan cheese, or Poppy seeds. Store them covered in the refrigerator until ready to bake. Add melted butter mixture, cheese and seeds right before baking. These sandwiches are best served warm.
Do I have to use poppy seeds?
If you aren’t a poppy seed fan or can’t have them for various reasons you can totally leave them off. You could also substitute them for sesame seeds. They are more for appearance than flavor.
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Ham and Cheese Sliders
Ingredients
- 20 Hawaiian sweet rolls cut in half crosswwise
- 1 lb. black forest ham sliced
- 20 slices provolone cheese
- 8 oz. cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 1 Tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 Tbsp minced onions
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Tbsp. poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray a 9 x 13 pan with cooking spray.
- Line the pan with the bottom half of the rolls.
- Top with ham, then cheese.
- Spread a layer of cream cheese mixture on the top half of the roll.
- Place on top of cheese.
- In a bowl combine butter, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced onions and cheese.
- Mix well and pour evenly over top of rolls.
- Sprinkle with poppy seeds.
- Cover with foil and bake in oven for 25 minutes or until warmed through.
Tips & Notes:
- Instead of Provolone cheese you could use Swiss Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese or Cheddar Cheese.
- If you prefer, you can substitute the ham with slices of turkey or roast beef.
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Cindy says
I have made these many times, but my recipe does not call for cream cheese. That sounds like a really wonderful addition!
Leigh Anne says
Helps make them extra moist and yummy!
Liz says
Another nice recipe. Thank you.
Lauren says
That melted cheese is making me swoon! I love this idea for a savory appetizer.
Leigh Anne says
Thanks Lauren – I salivate every time I look at it!
Matt Robinson says
Nothing better than hawaiian sweet rolls, especially like this!
Leigh Anne says
Totally agree Matt!!
Tiffany says
Yumm!!! These look scrumptious. Even at 7:00 in the morning! 🙂
Leigh Anne says
Tiffany – I think these would be good any time of day! Breakfast, lunch or dinner!!