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Published: December 18, 2018 Last Modified: March 5, 2019 By Sara 65 Comments

Ham and Cheese Sliders

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These ham and cheese sliders are Hawaiian rolls topped with plenty of sliced ham, swiss cheese and an onion poppy seed butter, then baked to gooey perfection. The ultimate party snack to feed a crowd!

Sliders are one of go-to options for easy entertaining. From buffalo chicken sliders to Cuban style sliders, we love them all! This ham and cheese version is a classic recipe that never goes out of style.

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A stack of ham and cheese sliders topped with poppy seed butter and parsley.

Raise your hand if you love sandwiches! My family happens to adore sandwiches, especially when they’re bite sized like these delicious ham and cheese sliders. I make these tasty snacks for parties, game day, or even for an easy dinner option.

How do you make ham and cheese sliders?

The first step is to choose your slider rolls. For this recipe, I recommend using Hawaiian buns. The sweetness of the Hawaiian bread goes perfectly with the natural sweetness of the ham. The rolls are topped with ham and swiss cheese, then brushed with a savory butter and baked until the cheese is melted and bread is toasted.

Shaved deli ham on top of Hawaiian slider rolls.

The seasoned butter is a mixture of poppy seeds, mustard, minced dried onion and Worcestershire sauce. I know not everyone has a jar of dried onion in their spice cabinet, so you can substitute a pinch of onion powder if need be.

How long do you cook ham and cheese sliders?

These sliders take about 20 minutes to bake in the oven. You’ll want to cover your sandwiches so that the tops don’t burn while you’re waiting for the cheese to melt. After the cheese has melted, you can uncover your sliders and let them bake for a few more minutes until golden brown.

Ham and swiss cheese stacked onto Hawaiian rolls.

Tips for ham and cheese sliders

  • Not a fan of ham? Try sliced turkey instead!
  • You can use any variety of ham – I typically use honey ham or smoked ham, the key is to make sure it’s thinly sliced.
  • I use swiss cheese because it’s classic, but you can absolutely try a different type of cheese. Other great options are cheddar, mozzarella, jack cheese or provolone.
  • These sandwiches can be assembled up to 4 hours in advance. Store them covered in the fridge until you’re ready to put them in the oven.
  • Ham and cheese sliders are best eaten immediately after they come out of the oven.

A package of slider rolls topped with ham, cheese and an onion poppy seed butter.

Ham and cheese slider variations

While ham and cheese are a perfect pairing on their own, you can add more ingredients to these sliders to adapt them to your taste preferences.

  • Spicy: Add a layer of pickled jalapenos in between the ham and cheese.
  • Club: Add turkey and bacon to the sandwiches.
  • Italian: Use provolone cheese and add sun dried tomatoes and artichokes.

Ham and cheese sliders with shaved ham, melted cheese and poppy seed butter, baked until golden brown.

 

This recipe as written makes 12 sandwiches, I find that most people eat about 2 sliders. You can easily double or triple the recipe to feed a crowd.

Ham and cheese sliders are a welcome addition to any gathering. The seasoned butter really takes these sandwiches over the top and turns them into something special!

More great party snacks

  • Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
  • Buffalo Chicken Nuggets
  • Dill Pickle Dip
  • Homemade Egg Rolls
  • Irish Nachos
A stack of ham and cheese sliders topped with poppy seed butter and parsley.
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Ham and Cheese Sliders

These ham and cheese sliders are Hawaiian rolls topped with plenty of sliced ham, swiss cheese and an onion poppy seed butter, then baked to gooey perfection. The ultimate party snack to feed a crowd!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 467kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 12 Hawaiian style rolls cut in half crosswise, do not separate the rolls
  • 3/4 lb deli ham thinly sliced
  • 1/2 lb swiss cheese sliced
  • 6 tablespoons butter melted
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried minced onion
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • cooking spray

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray. Place the bottom half of the rolls on the pan.
  • Layer the ham on top of the rolls, then layer the cheese over the ham.
  • Place the tops of the rolls over the cheese.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the butter, mustard, poppy seeds, dried onion and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Drizzle the butter mixture over the tops of the rolls.
  • Cover the sandwiches with foil and bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Uncover the rolls and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes until the tops of the rolls are lightly browned.
  • Sprinkle parsley over the top. Cut into individual sandwiches and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 467kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 642mg | Potassium: 206mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 665IU | Calcium: 321mg | Iron: 0.7mg
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    Comments

    1. Leslie says

      March 2, 2022 at 2:14 pm

      5 stars
      Swap the regular dijon mustard for spicy brown mustard and a teaspoon of honey! Superb!

      Reply
    2. Cheryl Belangee says

      February 13, 2022 at 7:21 am

      5 stars
      I don’t like onions or Swiss cheese, but I made them for a party and they were a huge hit! Most compliments I’ve ever gotten. Super easy too. Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    3. Margaret says

      February 10, 2022 at 4:06 pm

      Added some sweet spicy mustard! Supberb!!!!!

      Reply
    4. Alisha R says

      February 4, 2022 at 3:47 pm

      5 stars
      These are AWESOME!! I made them for a quick lunch and they were gone in no time. Even my daughter, who is the pickiest eater of them all, loved them and wanted me to make them again the next day. We ended up making them 3 days in a row! I agree with the reviewer who said “No additional ingredients necessary”. They are flavorful and super easy. Thanks for sharing your recipe!!

      Reply
    5. Mary Porter says

      January 26, 2022 at 6:21 pm

      5 stars
      Phenomenal. No additional ingredients necessary.

      Reply
    6. Russ Wolter says

      December 26, 2021 at 8:43 pm

      Got to party hungry.
      Tried 1.
      Ended up eating six.
      Really good…
      Still missing somthing to make them phenomenal.
      Cannot put my finger on it.
      Really really good.
      I will add garlic and jalapeno and let you know.

      Reply
    7. Sonia K says

      November 14, 2021 at 11:05 am

      Yum! Yum! Yum!

      I made these as an appetizer when I had friends over. Everybody (including kids) LOVED it and were asking for the recipe. I made it without Parsley but they came out delicious! Will definitely make again!

      Reply
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