Loaded with flavor, and so easy to make, ham and cheese sliders are a game-day must-have. Soft, slightly sweet rolls are stacked with savory ham, melty cheese, and a buttery topping that bakes to golden perfection.

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Flavor: Every bite is sweet, salty, buttery, and melty thanks to the soft rolls, gooey cheese, and seasoned topping.
Time-Saving Tip: Use pre-sliced deli ham and pre-cut Swiss cheese to assemble these sandwiches in minutes!
Swaps: Try different cheeses, switch up the seasoning, or use dinner rolls in place of Hawaiian rolls.
Serving: These are perfect for game day, weeknight dinners, or feeding a crowd fast.

ham , cheese , butter , dried onions , poppy seeds and hawaiian rolls with labels to make Ham and Cheese Sliders

Ingredient Notes

Hawaiian Rolls: Hawaiian rolls bring a touch of sweetness, but any soft dinner roll will work. Leave them connected for simple assembly.
Deli Ham: Choose thinly sliced black forest or honey deli ham. You could even try using pulled ham.
Cheese: We love Swiss cheese with ham, but change the cheese and try cheddar cheese or pepper jack.
Buttery Topping: The topping is what really makes these stand out, so don’t skip it. Onion powder can be used in place of dried minced onion.

Variations

Swiss cheese can be swapped for provolone, pepper jack, Havarti, or mozzarella.
Use everything bagel seasoning instead of poppy seeds and onions.
Add thin tomato slices or pickles after baking for a fresh, bright finish.

brushing butter over uncooked ham and cheese sliders

How to Make Ham and Cheese Sliders

Slice the rolls horizontally and layer ham and cheese and add the tops.
Mix the seasoned butter and brush it over the sliders (full recipe below).
Bake until warm, melty, and golden.

a ham and cheese slider on a white plate

Loosely tent with foil near the end if the tops brown too fast.
Slice with a sharp serrated knife to keep the layers neat.
For crispier bottoms, warm the baking dish before adding the sliders.
Assemble ahead, cover well, and chill up to 24 hours before baking.
Freeze unbaked sliders and bake straight from frozen with a few extra minutes.

Storage & Leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat at 325°F in the oven so the rolls don’t get soggy.
You can freeze sliders baked or unbaked for up to 6 months. Wrap well and thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

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5 from 71 votes

Author Holly Nilsson

Ham and Cheese Sliders

Author Holly Nilsson

Servings 12 sliders

Soft rolls filled with warm ham and melty cheese, baked together with a savory, buttery topping.

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Servings 12 sliders

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Equipment

Ingredients

▢ 6 tablespoons melted butter divided
▢ 1½ teaspoons Dijon mustard or grainy mustard
▢ 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
▢ 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
▢ 1 teaspoon onion flakes
▢ 12 Hawaiian rolls or dinner rolls or slider buns
▢ 12 slices deli ham *see note
▢ 8 ounces Swiss cheese or cheddar cheese, sliced

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
In a small bowl combine 4 tablespoons melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, and dried onion flakes.
Cut the rolls in half, separating the top and bottom. If they are attached you don't need to separate each roll.
Brush the inside of the rolls with the remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
Place the bottom of the rolls in a baking dish. Layer a slice of folded ham on each roll and top with cheese slices.
Place the top half of the rolls on the cheese and gently brush the butter mixture overtop.
Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the tops are lightly browned.
Serve warm and enjoy.

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Notes

Ham: I use thinly sliced deli ham in this recipe (1 slice per sandwich). You can add more ham to make heartier sandwiches. Our favorite choices are honey ham or black forest ham but any variety will work.
Topping: If you don’t have minced onion, substitute a little bit of onion powder or garlic powder. You can skip the poppy seeds if you don’t have any.
Seasoning: Skip the minced onion and poppy seeds and sprinkle in some everything bagel seasoning instead.
Leftovers: Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 days or in the freezer for 6 months.

5 from 71 votes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Appetizer, Entree, Party Food, Sandwich

Cuisine American

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