Ham and cheese are a match made in heaven! Add sweet Hawaiian rolls, topped with an incredible glaze, and you’ve got something magical! These Ham and Cheese sliders are super easy and insanely delicious !
A Reader’s Review
So yummy! Was easy for a week night! I added some onion powder. Will definitely make again!
Why These are Cheesy, Easy, and Gone in Seconds
- Real-life tested for busy weeks : If you’re juggling all the things, these ham and cheese sliders are calling your name!
- That buttery, tangy glaze though… The secret weapon: a mustard, butter, and poppyseed glaze that takes these sliders from good to unforgettable.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: You can assemble these ahead of time and pop them in the oven when you’re ready.
Ham & Cheese Slider Ingredients
- Cheese: Want to change things up? Try provolone, Swiss cheese, or any cheese that melts like a dream.
- Protein: You can use roast beef or turkey. When cooking for a large crowd, I make some of each. Just be sure your meat layer is even.
- Sauce: Mayonnaise can be left out of this recipe if you do not enjoy it.
- Dipping Sauce: My kids love to dip their sliders in ranch dressing or honey mustard .
- Breakfast: When we have friends and family stay with us, I add bacon and eggs to make a delicious breakfast option!
- Seasonings: Add Italian , onion, and garlic seasonings for an extra layer of flavor in the glaze.
How to Make Ham and Cheese Sliders
These sliders come together with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. Love easy sliders? You’ll also want to try my Grinder Sliders for a bold, Italian-inspired twist.
- Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cut all 12 Hawaiian rolls in half. Spread ¼ cup mayonnaise on each sliced side.
- Add First Layer of Cheese: Place 6 slices of the 12 slices of cheddar cheese on top of the bottom half of the rolls.
- Add Ham: Fold the deli ham and place it on top of the cheese slices.
- Add Second Layer of Cheese : Add one more layer of 6 slices of cheese on top of the ham.
- Add Roll Tops/ Make Glaze: Place the top of the roll over the ham and cheese layers, then place the sliders in a pan. Whisk together poppy seeds, yellow mustard, melted butter, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Brush Glaze and Bake: Brush the butter mixture generously over the top of the sliders. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sliders are heated through. Remove the foil and bake for 5 additional minutes to get the tops golden brown.
Alyssa’s Pro Tip
Serving Size: When planning how many ham and cheese sliders to make, plan for each person to eat 2-4 of these yummy sliders.
Storage and Make-Ahead Instructions
- Leftovers: Tightly wrapped and stored in the refrigerator, leftover ham and cheese sliders will last up to 3 days. In the freezer, leftovers will last 2 weeks.
- Make ahead: This sandwich can be made 1 day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Freezer Meal: This recipe is perfect as a freezer meal. Simply wrap tightly in plastic wrap or place in an airtight container and keep in the freezer until ready to bake.
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- ▢ 12 white dinner rolls*
- ▢ ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ▢ 20 slices deli ham
- ▢ 12 slices cheddar cheese
- ▢ 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- ▢ 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- ▢ ¼ cup melted butter
- ▢ 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cut all 12 white dinner rolls* in half. Spread ¼ cup mayonnaise on each sliced side.
- Place half of the 12 slices cheddar cheese on top of the bottom half of the rolls.
- Fold the 20 slices deli ham and place it on top of the cheese slices.
- Add the rest of the cheese on top of the ham.
- Place the top of the roll over the ham and cheese layers, then place the sliders in a pan. Whisk together 2 teaspoons poppy seeds , 2 teaspoons yellow mustard , ¼ cup melted butter , and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce .
- Brush the butter mixture generously over the top of the sliders. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sliders are heated through. Remove the foil and bake for 5 additional minutes to get the tops golden brown.
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Nutrition
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Additional Info
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Melty Ham and Cheddar Sliders
Ingredients
- 12 white dinner rolls*
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 20 slices deli ham
- 12 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cut all 12 white dinner rolls* in half. Spread ¼ cup mayonnaise on each sliced side.
- Place half of the 12 slices cheddar cheese on top of the bottom half of the rolls.
- Fold the 20 slices deli ham and place it on top of the cheese slices.
- Add the rest of the cheese on top of the ham.
- Place the top of the roll over the ham and cheese layers, then place the sliders in a pan. Whisk together 2 teaspoons poppy seeds , 2 teaspoons yellow mustard , ¼ cup melted butter , and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce .
- Brush the butter mixture generously over the top of the sliders. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sliders are heated through. Remove the foil and bake for 5 additional minutes to get the tops golden brown.
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