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Hawaiian rolls are a guilty pleasure of ours: buttery and so addictive. And these sliders, layered with ham, Swiss, and caramelized onions, will quickly become a MUST at any party you throw.
Besides being a sure hit with guests, these slider rolls are great party food because they are so easy to put together. Split the rolls, layer them, bake them, and in just a few minutes you have a dozen hot, mind-blowing sandwiches.
Read on for more tips on this super simple party classic or, for more party food inspiration, check out our best bite-sized party apps. And if you’re looking for more recipes that use Hawaiian rolls, check out these Hawaiian Chicken Sliders.
I can’t find Hawaiian rolls! What else can I use?
If your grocery store is out of Hawaiian rolls, we recommend buying the softest, squishiest white dinner rolls or slider buns you can find. Potato rolls are also an amazing substitution if you can find the mini slider size!
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Can I change up the fillings?
Absolutely! We love the combo of ham, Swiss, and caramelized onions, but you can definitely switch it up. Sub out the ham for sliced turkey, roast beef, or other sliced lunch meat. Try another good melting cheese, such as Cheddar, Provolone, or Gruyere. Just do yourself a favor and keep the caramelized onions — they might take a little extra time to make, but their jammy goodness is worth every second.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! You can fully assemble the leftovers and cover with plastic wrap a few hours or even the night before your event. Simply wait to bake until you’re about to serve and you are golden (just like these sliders)!
How do I store the leftovers?
If you have leftovers you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, we recommend warming them in the oven at 350° in their own little foil packet.
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Make caramelized onions: In a large skillet over medium, heat oil. Add onions and season with salt. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally until onions are caramelized and jammy, about 25 minutes. Let cool slightly.
Preheat oven to 350°. Make poppy butter topping: In a medium bowl, combine butter, poppy seeds, garlic, and Worcestershire.
We make weeknights fun with easy grilled turkey sliders. I like to serve them with tangy slaw on the side. —Trinity Saffer, Golden, Colorado
2. Bacon Cheeseburger Slider Bake
I created this dish to fill two pans because these cheeseburger sliders disappear fast. Just cut the slider burgers recipe in half if you want to make only one batch. —Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado
3. Cuban Sliders
These wonderful little rolls are baked until lightly toasted and the cheese melts. The leftover King’s Hawaiian ham sliders keep really well in the fridge, and they make a lovely cold snack. Followers of my blog, houseofyumm.com, go nuts for these! —Serene Herrera, Dallas, Texas
4. Slow-Cooked Pot Roast Sliders
This recipe reminds me of my mom’s famous pot roast. Best of all, these sandwiches are simple to make with only five ingredients. I love that I can enjoy the flavors of Mom’s roast with the delicious portability of a slider. —Lauren Drafke, Cape Coral, Florida
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5. Chicken Parmesan Slider Bake
Sliders are the perfect finger food for any get-together, and this flavorful chicken Parmesan version won’t disappoint. —Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado
6. Festive Holiday Sliders
Turkey sliders with ginger, horseradish and cranberry sauce refrigerate well, so I keep them ready for get-togethers when we bake gifts and wrap presents. —Pamela Miller, Big Rapids, Michigan
7. Caribbean Chipotle Pork Sliders
Our favorite pulled pork sliders combine the heat of chipotle peppers with a cool tropical coleslaw. The robust flavors make these a big hit with guests. —Kadija Bridgewater, Boca Raton, Florida
8. Ham and Swiss Sliders
My next-door neighbor shared this ham and Swiss sliders recipe with me, and I simply cannot improve it! You can make it ahead and cook it quickly when company arrives. The combo of poppy seeds, ham and cheese, horseradish and brown sugar makes it so delicious. —Iris Weihemuller, Baxter, Minnesota
9. Turkey Swiss Sliders
These 5-ingredient Turkey Sliders are easy and perfect for parties, game days, or any other gatherings! Ooey gooey cheese and delicious smoked turkey make a wonderful combination!
10. Egg & Sausage Breakfast Sliders
Looking to feed a large crowd or family a hearty breakfast that goes together in a snap and with minimal effort? These Egg & Sausage Breakfast Sliders are perfect!
Hawaiian Sliders
INGREDIENTS
12countpackage Kings Hawaiian Rolls
12slicesswiss cheese
12ouncesthin sliced deli ham
1/2cupbuttermelted
2tablespoonsWorcestershire sauce
2teaspoonsdried minced onion
1teaspoonground mustard
1teaspoonpoppy seeds
INSTRUCTIONS
Slice all of the rolls in half and place the bottom halves in a 9×13 baking dish.
Place ham and cheese on the bottom of the sliced rolls. Cover with the top half of roll.
Mix together the remaining five ingredients in a small bowl and spoon over the tops of the sandwiches.
Cover tightly with foil and refrigerate anywhere from 1 to 24 hours.
Bake, covered, in a pre-heated oven at 350 for 25 minutes.
Serve warm.
Ham and Cheese Sliders (Hawaiian Roll Sliders Recipe)
Ingredients
9Hawaiian sweet rolls
9slicesHam
9slicesSwiss Cheese
1/4cuphoney
1/4cupgood Dijon mustard
1/4cuppoppyseed dressing
Instructions
preheat oven to 350 F
in a separate bowl, combine the Dijon and honey and stir until smooth
place the bottoms of the 9 rolls in a lightly sprayed baking dish
brush each roll with honey Dijon
top each with a slice of ham and then a slice of cheese
brush the inside of each top half of roll with more honey Dijon and place on top of each sandwich
liberally brush the outside of each top with poppyseed dressing.
cover with foil and cook for 15-18 minutes or until cheese is melty
broil for 4 minutes or until rolls are slightly browned/crisped
serve immediately, while hot
enjoy!
HAM AND SWISS SLIDERS
INGREDIENTS
1 (12-count) package sweet Hawaiian rolls
½ to ¾ pound sliced ham, sliced thin
½ to ¾ pound Swiss cheese, sliced thin
1/2 cup (1 stick) melted butter
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1-2 teaspoon onion powder (or dried onion)
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INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat the oven to 350F. Spray a 9×13 pan with cooking spray and set aside
The rolls will look like a large solid piece of bread. Leave the rolls intact and slice the loaf in half with a long serrated knife to form a top layer and a bottom layer. Do NOT pull the rolls apart, you want to keep them connected. Place the bottom half of the rolls in the prepared pan
Layer the ham and the cheese on the bottom layer of rolls, then place the top layer of rolls over the ham and cheese and set aside.
In a small bowl add melted butter, poppy seeds, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, onion powder, and whisk to combine. Slowly and evenly pour butter mixture over rolls. You can use a rubber spatula to spread the mixture over the rolls if needed. NOTE: some of the butter mixture will pool at the bottom of the pan.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cheese has melted and tops are golden brown.
Let them cool slightly before cutting. Serve warm.
NOTES
These reheat well too, even in the microwave.
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