Baked Ham and Cheese Sliders

These baked ham and cheese sliders and layered with ham, melted cheese, on a Hawaiian sweet roll, and basted with a flavorful, buttery sauce.

Ham and Cheese Sliders 

This is a classic recipe that everyone needs to have in their kitchen. I found this recipe in one of my Mom’s church cookbooks and it is one of my go-to recipes when I am feeding a crowd (or just my family). It is such an easy way to make a lot of baked ham and cheese sandwiches at once! 

Since my kids are home for the summer, I am making more lunches than dinners these days. These Baked Ham and Swiss Sliders are what they asked for all of the time. The flavor is out-of-this-world and the salty ham and creamy melted cheese paired with the buttery sauce and you have a winning combination!

Why you will love these Baked Ham and Cheese Sliders:

1. Easy to Make: Minimal prep time—just slice, assemble, and bake.
2. Super Flavorful: Sweet rolls, salty ham, and tangy Swiss cheese make the perfect baked slider.
3. Crowd-Pleaser: Whether for potlucks, parties, or weeknight dinners, these sliders are so popular.
4. Customizable: You can swap cheeses, meats, or the sauce to suit your taste.

Ingredients:

The ham and cheese sliders are made on Hawaiian sweet rolls and they are the absolute best! They are the perfect party-size and remain perfectly soft while baked. The buttery sauce drips down to the base of the rolls while baking and gives the bottoms the most buttery goodness. The Hawaiian rolls still stay soft yet hold up to the mustard poppyseed sauce. 

The sauce is made with melted butter, dijon mustard, dried onions, poppy seeds, and Worcestershire sauce. It is ridiculously amazing!

• 12-count pkg. Hawaiian Sweet Rolls 
• Deli Ham
• Swiss Cheese (or favorite cheese)
• Salted Butter
• Dijon Mustard
• Poppy Seeds
• Dried Minced Onions
• Worcestershire Sauce
• Salt and Pepper

How to make the Best Baked Ham and Cheese Sliders:

1. Line a 9 x 9 or 9 x 13 baking pan with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray. This is an important step because the cheese will melt and can stick to the foil. 
2. I suggest using Hawaiian sweet rolls. Use a long serrated knife to slice the rolls in half, lengthwise, so you have a slab of rolls. Don’t pull the rolls apart or individually slice them because you want the rolls to be completely connected. Place the bottom side of the rolls in the pan.
3. Layer half of the ham over the rolls. Layer with the cheese and repeat. You can use any type of cheese you want — Swiss, Cheddar, Pepper Jack, etc.
4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Add the dijon mustard (you can substitute regular mustard), poppy seeds, dried onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. 
5. Brush the butter mixture all over the rolls. Evenly spread it over the top and allow some of the butter mixture to drip to the base of the rolls. 
6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake covered for about 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted. It may take slightly longer depending on thickness of cheese and ham. Uncover the foil and bake for 3 to 5 minutes longer. 
7. Serve hot! 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s):

Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble the sliders (except for pouring the butter sauce), cover them tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Right before baking, pour or brush on the sauce and pop them in the oven.

How do I keep the sliders from getting soggy?
If you’re worried about sogginess, you can briefly toast the bottom layer of rolls in the oven for about 3–5 minutes before adding the ham and cheese. You can also reduce the amount of sauce by half or serve some sauce on the side.

What’s the best way to slice the rolls without them falling apart?
Use a long serrated knife. Press lightly on the top of the rolls with one hand and carefully saw across the middle horizontally. Doing it in one piece keeps them intact.

Do I need to use deli ham?
Deli ham is convenient because it’s already thinly sliced. You can also use leftover baked ham, but slice it as thinly as possible for easier layering.

Can I freeze leftover ham and cheese sliders?
Yes. Let them cool completely, wrap each slider in plastic wrap or foil, and store them in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 300°F until warmed through.

You are going to love these Baked Ham and Swiss Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls! You can serve them for lunch, dinner, at a party, at a potluck, or at a picnic. They will always be a huge hit!

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