Baked Ham Cheese Sliders (Print)

Soft buns layered with ham and melted Swiss cheese topped with a flavorful buttery glaze.

# Components:

→ Sliders

01 - 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
02 - 12 slices deli ham (9 oz)
03 - 12 slices Swiss cheese (6 oz)

→ Glaze

04 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
05 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
06 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
07 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon finely minced onion
09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
02 - Slice the slider buns in half horizontally, keeping the tops and bottoms attached. Place the bottom halves in the prepared dish.
03 - Layer one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on each bottom bun. Place the top halves over the cheese.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, Worcestershire sauce, minced onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
05 - Evenly pour the glaze over the assembled sliders, using a spatula or brush to coat all the tops. Allow to sit for 5 minutes to absorb.
06 - Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake an additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted and tops are golden.
07 - Let sliders cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to assemble for parties or busy nights
  • Crowd-pleasing flavors and easy to customize
02 -
  • Use fresh buns for best texture and flavor
  • Check Worcestershire sauce for anchovies if avoiding fish
03 -
  • Swap in cheddar or provolone for a different flavor
  • Add a teaspoon of brown sugar to the glaze for a sweet twist
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