Description
Ham and Swiss Hawaiian Roll Sliders are a deliciously savory and sweet appetizer featuring tender ham and melted Swiss cheese nestled within soft, fluffy Hawaiian rolls. Topped with a flavorful buttery poppy seed glaze, these sliders are perfect for gatherings, parties, or a tasty snack any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Slider Ingredients
- 12 Hawaiian rolls
- 12 slices of ham
- 12 slices of Swiss cheese
Butter Sauce
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the sliders evenly.
- Prepare rolls: Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally and arrange the bottom halves evenly in a baking dish.
- Add fillings: Layer one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on each bottom half of the rolls, distributing evenly.
- Top the sliders: Place the top halves of the Hawaiian rolls over the layered ham and cheese to form complete sliders.
- Mix butter sauce: In a bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, garlic powder, and onion powder, stirring until well mixed.
- Brush tops: Generously brush the butter mixture over the tops of the assembled rolls, ensuring an even coating for flavor and browning.
- Bake covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake the sliders in the preheated oven for 15 minutes to melt the cheese and warm the ham.
- Bake uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Cool and serve: Allow the sliders to cool for a few minutes after baking before serving to avoid burning and to let flavors meld.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a touch of cayenne pepper to the butter mixture.
- These sliders can be made ahead and baked just before serving for convenience.
- Substitute Swiss cheese with provolone or cheddar for variation.
- If you prefer, use regular sandwich rolls instead of Hawaiian rolls, but the sweetness of Hawaiian rolls complements the ham best.
- Ensure the foil is tightly sealed during baking to keep moisture and melt the cheese thoroughly.
