Hawaiian Roll Sliders
These Hawaiian roll sliders are a quick and satisfying solution for feeding a group, particularly ideal for using leftover holiday ham. With only 10 minutes of preparation time, the combination of savory ham, melty cheese, and a tangy-sweet buttery glaze delivers a well-balanced and indulgent flavor in every bite.
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Servings: 12 sliders
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise optional
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 7 –8 oz sliced Swiss cheese
- 16 oz thinly sliced deli ham
- 12 oz package King’s Hawaiian rolls 12-count
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly coat a 9×9 or 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or a thin layer of butter.
- Slice the loaf of Hawaiian rolls horizontally to create two connected slabs – tops and bottoms. Place the bottom half into the prepared baking dish.
- Toast the bottom layer of buns in the oven, uncovered, for 3–5 minutes. This step helps prevent sogginess.
- If using mayonnaise, spread it evenly over the toasted buns.
- Layer the sliced ham evenly across the bottom buns, followed by an even layer of Swiss cheese. Gently place the top layer of buns over the cheese.
- In a microwave-safe measuring cup, melt the butter. Stir in the poppy seeds, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, and a pinch each of kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper. Mix until fully combined.
- Pour the seasoned butter mixture evenly over the top of the assembled buns, ensuring all surfaces are well coated.
- Place the sliders in the oven and bake for 10 minutes. Then, cover with a piece of foil sprayed on one side (sprayed side facing down) and continue baking for another 10 minutes.
- Remove the dish from the oven and allow the sliders to rest briefly before slicing.
- Cut into individual portions, serve warm, and enjoy.
Notes
Ensure that meat and cheese are distributed all the way to the edges of the rolls for even baking and consistent flavor throughout.
Stir the butter sauce just before pouring to prevent the ingredients from settling and to ensure even coating.
Distribute the sauce carefully to coat all sliders uniformly for maximum flavor.
Stir the butter sauce just before pouring to prevent the ingredients from settling and to ensure even coating.
Distribute the sauce carefully to coat all sliders uniformly for maximum flavor.