We just can’t get enough of these super tasty Ham and Swiss Cheese Sliders! They are hands down one our favorite meals, so much so that they have replaced the traditional ham dinner for us at Easter.
This is one of my husband’s favorite things I make–and trust me, that’s saying a lot! He has already told me if he ever has to order a last meal, these EPIC sliders would be it.
Gone in just a few savory bites, each slider is a melted cheese lover’s dream! Hawaiian sweet rolls are filled with shaved ham and Swiss cheese and then marinate in a buttery, Dijon, garlic, poppy seed glaze before baking to perfection in the oven!
Why You’ll Love It
| Easy- If you can make a sandwich and melt some butter, you can make these. Crowd pleaser- This easy sliders recipe can be doubled (or tripled!) to feed a crowd. They always get raves and get gobbled up quickly. Make ahead of time- These tasty sliders are best when they’re prepared the day before and marinate overnight in the fridge, freeing you up the day you bake them to get other things done! Pairs well with so many things- From soups to salads and sides, many dishes pair well with these savory, cheesy sliders. We especially enjoy them with Asparagus Tomato Salad, Cream of Roasted Asparagus Soup, and Cheddar Parmesan Mac and Cheese. |
Ingredients for Ham and Swiss Cheese Sliders
Full a full list of ingredients and measurements, see the printable recipe card below.
- Hawaiian sweet rolls (King’s Hawaiian recommended)
- low-sodium deli ham, shaved (Boar’s Head or other premium deli ham highly recommended)
- Swiss cheese, sliced thin
- butter
- Dijon mustard (Grey Poupon recommended)
- Worcestershire sauce (not pictured above; adds a robust flavor to the sauce)
- garlic powder
- poppy seeds (optional, but add a nice texture to the glaze)
How to Make Ham and Swiss Cheese Sliders
Kitchen Ready Betty tip: Assembling these the night before you bake them is strongly encouraged in order for the buttery marinade to work its magic (more on that down below)!
Click here for a list of equipment needed for this recipe.
- 13 x 9 in. pan
- cutting board
- long serrated bread knife
- small pot with lid
- stirring spoon
- pastry or basting brush (optional, but handy)
Start making the sliders by unpackaging the rolls. If you bought King’s Hawaiian (which I highly recommend), they will come out of the package perforated, but unseparated. Simply turn the entire set of rolls on its side. Use a bread knife to slice through all of them at once. Then individually separate the tops and bottoms.
Lightly grease a 9×13 pan. Then lay all the separated bread bottoms in the dish, cut side facing up.
Kitchen Ready Betty Tip: You may use a glass or metal baking dish for this recipe. Whichever style you choose, make sure the sides are high enough to contain the sliders and the butter marinade.
Unwrap the ham and Swiss cheese. Divide the ham over all twelve rolls as evenly as possible. It doesn’t have to be perfect and you can just eyeball it. I recommend shaved ham because it’s not only easier to work with, it’s easier to eat!
Cut each slice of cheese into 4 pieces. Layer the four pieces over one ham/slider portion and repeat until all 12 ham portions have 4 mini slices of layered Swiss on top.
Top each slider with a roll top. Then set the baking dish aside to make the marinade.
To make the marinade, melt the butter in a small pot over low heat. Then add the Dijon, Worcestershire sauce (a secret savory ingredient you shouldn’t omit), and garlic powder. Use a stirring spoon to incorporate these flavorful ingredients with the melted butter. Stir over low heat for 1-2 minutes. Remove the pot from the stove and pour the butter marinade over the tops of the rolls in the pan.
Kitchen Ready Betty Tip: Use a pot with a spout for easier pouring. If you don’t have a spouted pot, you could brush the marinade on top of each roll with a pastry or basting brush.
Mini retro science lesson here: Oil and water don’t mix. The butter and Dijon will not fully incorporate, but it’s all good because whatever clings to the bottom of the pot (ahem, mostly Dijon), you get to scoop out with a spoon and place on top of the rolls!
Sprinkle poppy seeds on top. Use 1-2 tablespoons for aesthetic appeal.
Instant gratification or marination? Now comes your decision time. You could bake Ham and Swiss Cheese Sliders right away in a 375 degree oven for about 15-18 minutes. They will taste good and you’ll be happy with them.
Or, you can follow my advice: let them sit overnight in the fridge. This allows some of the butter to seep to the bottom of the pan, thus creating a delicious, buttery marinade. The end result is a golden brown slider both on the top and bottom baked to perfection with a savory crunch in every single bite.
To prepare Ham and Swiss Cheese Sliders to marinate overnight in the fridge, place one toothpick (which will be removed before baking) in the center of each. Then cover your pan with foil, taking time to create a tent. The toothpicks help with this part. This step is necessary so the foil doesn’t touch the tops of the rolls.
Bake the next day. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Get the sliders out of the fridge while the oven is preheating.
IMPORTANT: REMOVE THE TOOTHPICKS BEFORE YOU BAKE THE SLIDERS!!!!!
When your oven is ready, cover the pan loosely with the foil and put the sliders in the oven WITHOUT the toothpicks. Bake for 15 minutes covered and then 2-3 minutes uncovered. Let stand for 5 minutes and then enjoy the deliciousness!
Storing Ham and Swiss Cheese Sliders
If you have some, lucky you, but they won’t last for long!
Store the sliders in an airtight container and refrigerate. Enjoy within three-five days.
Reheating instructions: Arrange in a single layer on a prepared pan, cover loosely with foil and bake at 325 degrees for 10 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 2-3 minutes or until sliders are heated through (the melted cheese will be a good guide for this).
Slider obsessed? Check out Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Sliders for a saucy, savory pizza version!
Ham and Swiss Cheese Sliders
Description
Gone in just a few savory bites, these delicious Ham and Swiss Cheese sliders are a melted cheese lover's dream! Hawaiian sweet rolls are filled with shaved ham and Swiss cheese and then marinate in a buttery, Dijon, garlic, poppy seed glaze before baking to perfection in the oven!
**If possible, prepare this the night before you plan to bake it. This gives the butter glaze time to marinate.**
Ham and Swiss Cheese Sliders
Instructions
Prepare the sandwiches!
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Hawaiian rolls.
Use a bread knife to slice through the rolls. Separate the tops and bottoms. Arrange the bottoms in a slightly greased 9x13 pan.
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Ham.
Evenly distribute the ham over all 12 rolls.
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Swiss Cheese.
Divide each slice into quarters. Then layer 4 quarters on top of each slider. Repeat until all 12 sliders are each covered with four pieces of cheese.
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Roll tops.
Place the tops of the rolls onto the sliders. Set aside.
Marinade.
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Small pot.
Melt butter in small pot over low heat. Then add the dijon, worcestershire and garlic powder. Stir over low heat for 1-2 minutes.
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Glaze time.
Pour the marinade directly from the pot (if spouted) over the top of the sliders. Alternatively, you may use a pastry brush to apply the marinade.
Some of the dijon will naturally want to stay in the pot. Simply spoon it out and place on top of the sliders. -
Poppy seeds.
Sprinkle 1-2 tablespoons of poppy seeds on top of the sliders.
Chill.
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Marination
It is strongly suggested to cover sliders and place in the fridge before baking for at least a few hours, but overnight is best.
This allows the marinade to fully incorporate into the rolls for amazing presentation and flavor.
Bake.
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Oven.
Bake covered in a 375 degree preheated oven for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake another 2-3 minutes or until sliders are heated through. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
If you followed the instructions listed in the above post for tenting the foil with toothpicks, please remember to remove the toothpicks before you place the sliders in the oven.
Storage.
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Refrigerate.
Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
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Reheat.
Reheat covered in a 325 degree preheated oven for 10 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 2-3 minutes or until sliders are heated through.
Note
This recipe easily doubles to accommodate a crowd. When enjoying these as a main course, we typically eat 2-3 sliders each as a point of reference.
Please do not omit the Worcestershire sauce. It's the secret ingredient that helps the marinade really taste amazing!
Strive to use premium shaved or chipped ham for a better taste, easier assembling and easier eating!
User Reviews
This recipe sounds like one “to die for.” I’m definitely into making this.
That’s great to hear! You won’t regret it!