Description
This Easy Leftover Ham and Cheese Sliders recipe is a quick and delicious way to transform leftover ham into a crowd-pleasing appetizer or main course. Made with soft slider buns, savory ham, melty Swiss cheese, and a buttery poppy seed topping, these sliders bake to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Ideal for parties, family dinners, or game day snacks, these flavorful sliders can be customized with your favorite cheeses and add-ins for extra flair.
Ingredients
Scale
Sliders
- 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
- 1 1/2 cups leftover cooked ham, thinly sliced or chopped
- 12 slices Swiss cheese (or cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Topping
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the sliders evenly and thoroughly.
- Prepare the buns: Slice the slider buns in half horizontally without separating the individual rolls, and place the bottom halves in a greased or parchment-lined 9×13-inch baking dish to create the base layer.
- Spread the sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard, then spread this evenly over the bottom halves of the buns to add creamy, tangy flavor.
- Layer ham and cheese: Evenly distribute the sliced or chopped leftover ham over the buns, then layer the Swiss cheese slices on top to ensure a generous cheesy filling.
- Top the sliders: Place the top halves of the buns back onto the layered ham and cheese to assemble the sliders completely.
- Prepare the butter topping: In another bowl, combine melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds (if using), garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well to create a flavorful butter mixture.
- Brush the tops: Generously brush the butter mixture over the tops of the assembled sliders to infuse buttery, savory taste and help achieve a golden finish.
- Bake covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and flavors to meld.
- Bake uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool and serve: Let the sliders cool slightly before slicing them apart. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, then serve warm.
Notes
- Make sliders ahead of time and bake them just before serving for convenience.
- Experiment with different cheeses such as provolone or gouda for variety.
- Add thin pickle slices or caramelized onions inside the sliders for extra flavor and texture.
