The BEST Ham and Swiss Sliders Recipe (2024)

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Try these super delicious Ham and Swiss Sliders for a quick and easy meal at your next party. If you need an amazing comfort food recipe for tailgating, holiday parties or events this one is the winner!

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The BEST Ham and Swiss Sliders

If you like ham, cheese and butter then you will love this super delicious Ham and Swiss Sliders recipe because it’s so easy to make and tastes seriously amazing. Made with Hawaiian Sweet Rolls, Black Forest or Honey Ham, Swiss Cheese and tons of butter, everyone will be asking for this recipe.

If you need an easy and delicious comfort food appetizer for tailgating, holiday parties or potlucks, then go ahead and whip up a batch of these delicious Ham and Swiss Sliders. I’ve made them several times and my baking dish always comes back clean. Everyone will be asking you for this recipe because they are just so amazingly good.

Trust me, set these out at a party and they will be gone in a matter of minutes. These Ham and Swiss Sliders also make a great gift for a new mom. Just pair them with a salad and you’ve got a delicious meal to bless a friend. These sliders are best served warm. They can be reheated the next day, but will be mushier. They are best right out of the oven.

Can This Recipe Be Made Ahead of Time?

Yes! You can prep the sliders the day before the party, but I wouldn’t add the butter or other seasonings until you are ready to bake the next day. Simply assemble the bread, ham and cheese, then cover with foil and refrigerate until you are ready to add the butter and other toppings before baking.

Can Ham and Swiss Sliders be Frozen?

Yes! You can assemble the bread, meat and cheese and cover with plastic wrap or foil before freezing, but again I wouldn’t add the butter or other seasonings until right before baking, otherwise they will run the risk of being mushy.

Are Ham and Swiss Sliders Good Cold?

Of course this is all personal opinion, but yes they taste great hot or cold. Serve them anyway that you wish.

What Kind of Cheese Goes Well with Ham?

You may be wondering if you can substitute the cheese in this recipe and the answer is yes. The best widely available sliced cheese that go well with ham are Swiss, provolone, Monterey or cheddar.

What Can I Serve with Sliders as an Easy Side Dish?

  • chips
  • baked beans
  • coleslaw
  • potato salad
  • pasta salad
  • fresh side salad

What’s in Ham and Swiss Sliders?

  • Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
  • Deli Ham
  • Swiss Cheese
  • Butter Yellow Mustard (Dijon Mustard may also be used)
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Dried Minced Onion
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Dried Parsley

How to make Ham and Swiss Sliders:

Preheat oven to 350. Cover 9×13 baking pan with foil. Spray with cooking spray.

Remove rolls from package in one piece.

Cut entire slab of rolls in half lengthwise. (You will end up with one slab of “tops” and one slab of “bottoms”.)

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Place bottom slab in foiled cover pan.

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Layer with half of the ham , then the Swiss cheese, then the rest of the ham.

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Add top slab of rolls.

Melt butter in microwave and whisk in remaining ingredients (except parm. cheese and parsley). Pour evenly over rolls. (NOTE: For a drier, crispier slider you may cut the amount of butter in half to a 1/4 cup.)

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Cover with foil and let sit for 5-10 minutes.

Bake covered for 20 minutes.

Uncover and cook 5 additional minutes.

(Optional) Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley.

Slice into individual sliders and serve warm.

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Ham and Swiss Sliders

These Sliders are a hit for any gathering or party.

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Cook Time25 minutes mins

Total Time45 minutes mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Quick, Easy

Servings: 12 sliders

Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 package Hawaiian Sweet Rolls 12 count
  • 18 slices of thin deli ham
  • 12 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1/2 tbsp Worcesteshire Sauce
  • 1/2 tbsp dried minced onion
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • Parmesan cheese optional
  • dried parsley optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350.

  • Cover 9x13 baking pan with foil. Spray with cooking spray.

  • Remove rolls from package in one piece.

  • Cut entire slab of rolls in half lengthwise. (You will end up with one slab of "tops" and one slab of "bottoms".)

  • Place bottom slab in foiled cover pan.

  • Layer with half of the ham , then the Swiss cheese, then the rest of the ham.

  • Add top slab of rolls.

  • Melt butter in microwave and whisk in remaining ingredients (except parm. cheese and parsley). Pour evenly over rolls.

  • Cover with foil and let sit for 5-10 minutes.

  • Bake covered for 20 minutes.

  • Uncover and cook 5 additional minutes.

  • (Optional) Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley.

  • Slice into individual sliders and serve warm.

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Notes

For a drier, crispier slider you may cut the amount of butter in half to a 1/4 cup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 706mg | Potassium: 151mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 232IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 224mg | Iron: 1mg

The BEST Ham and Swiss Sliders Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How to keep sliders from getting soggy? ›

How do I keep my sliders from getting soggy? To ensure these mini sandwiches don't get soggy, pop the split rolls under the broiler for a few minutes to toast them before building the sliders. This helps keep the bread sturdy so the sandwiches don't fall apart.

What to eat with ham and cheese sliders? ›

Serve them along with other small bites like chips and dip, nuts, and fresh fruit for an impressive starter course. Make sliders the centerpiece of your meal by pairing them with sides like grilled asparagus, pasta salad, or roasted potatoes.

Can you make ham and cheese sliders without poppy seeds? ›

Easy to Make-Ahead: Perfect for busy weeknights, or something a babysitter could pop in the oven. No Poppy seeds: Many baked slider recipes use poppy seeds in the sauce, but I don't because I don't think they add any necessary flavor, and no one likes seeds in their teeth!

Why are they called funeral sandwiches? ›

They're called Funeral Sandwiches because they were traditionally served after a funeral at the church memorial service.

What beat cheese goes well with ham? ›

While Swiss is the first cheese that comes to mind with ham, Cheddar is second in popularity (and the first choice for many) for a classic ham and cheese sandwich, and makes a nice plate partner for ham. The sharpness of Cheddar cheese cuts through the sweetness of the glaze and balances the ham's saltiness.

What's the difference between a slider and a sandwich? ›

A slider is an American term for a small sandwich, typically around 2 inches (5 cm) across, made with a bun or dinner roll. Sliders can be served as hors d'oeuvres, snacks, or entrées. They have become a popular game day appetizer in the United States.

Can I just throw poppy seeds on the ground? ›

Prepare the area where you want your seeds to grow by raking the area smooth and removing any rocks. Sprinkle the seeds directly on the ground. This can even be done with snow on the ground, just sprinkle seeds on top of the snow, and as the snow melts down, the seeds will reach the soil.

What do you put on top of the sliders? ›

Toppings: Sweeten up your sliders by adding a couple teaspoons of brown sugar to the butter topping. Or sprinkle on some everything bagel seasoning, poppy seeds, or onion flakes. Elevate with Bacon: Make it a club by adding bacon and sliced turkey.

What is the difference between poppy and poppy seeds? ›

Poppy seed is the seed from the poppy plant (Papaver somniferum). It's used in cooking. The seed pod contains opium, a source of opiates such as morphine. Poppy seeds don't contain opiates naturally, but the seeds can become coated with opiates during harvesting or by insects.

What makes Hawaiian rolls so good? ›

The major difference that separates them from other dinner rolls is a distinct sweetness. Big King's Hawaiian fans will also tout the texture, its flaky outside and fluffy interior, as a reason it's so delectable.

How do you keep slider buns from getting soggy? ›

Your sliders are probably soggy because the sauce soaked into the buns. To avoid this problem, we toast the bottom buns in the oven for a few minutes. This helps to keep the bottom bun sturdy and avoid that soggy bottom.

Why are my sliders soggy? ›

Too much butter will make your sliders soggy. Getting the correct volume of butter to soak into the rolls gives them the butter effect without making them soggy. Also make sure to brown without the aluminum so some of the liquid has the chance to evaporate out.

How do you keep sliders from drying out? ›

To keep your sliders moist while cooking them in the oven, you can brush them with a bit of melted butter or olive oil before placing them in the oven. This will help retain the moisture in the sliders and prevent them from drying out.

How do you keep sliders warm for a potluck? ›

Don't stress, there are a few options you can use when keeping appetizers warm. Your first option is to place your baked sliders straight into an aluminum tray and cover tightly with foil. The second option is, as soon as the sliders come out of the oven, stack them one by one into a crockpot set to warm.

How to keep sandwiches from drying out? ›

Tinfoil is great for keeping your sandwich from drying out, and it's also good for keeping warm sandwiches warm.

Can you keep sliders warm in a crockpot? ›

Whether you're a fan of the NFL, college football or just came for the food, these sliders are a win-win-win for your next tailgate or watch party! Turn on the slow cooker for at least an hour before heading out and these hot ham sliders will stay warm for up to three hours.

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