Ingredients
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For the Sliders:
- 1 package (12 count) King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
- 3/4 pound deli honey ham, sliced medium-thin
- 12 slices Swiss cheese
For the Butter Glaze:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or line with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- Slice the Rolls – Without separating the individual rolls, use a large serrated knife to carefully slice the entire sheet of connected rolls horizontally in half. Think of it like opening a book—you want to create a top and bottom “slab” while keeping each layer connected. Place the bottom layer in your prepared baking dish.
- Layer the Ham – Arrange the sliced honey ham evenly over the bottom layer of rolls, folding slices as needed to fit. Cover the entire surface with ham, making sure every roll will have a generous amount.
- Add the Cheese – Layer the Swiss cheese slices over the ham, ensuring each roll section gets one full slice. You can overlap slightly for maximum cheesy coverage.
- Top with Roll Layer – Carefully place the top half of the rolls over the cheese layer, aligning it with the bottom. Press down gently to compress the layers slightly.
- Make the Butter Glaze – In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined and the seasonings are evenly distributed.
- Brush with Glaze – Using a pastry brush (or spoon), generously brush the entire butter mixture over the top of the rolls, making sure to cover all surfaces. The butter will pool slightly around the edges—this is perfect and will create delicious crispy spots.
- Cover and Bake – Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 15 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the rolls to warm through without over-browning.
- Uncover and Finish – Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the butter glaze has created a beautiful, slightly crispy crust.
- Slice and Serve – Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Using a sharp knife, slice along the original roll divisions to create 12 individual sliders. Serve warm and watch them disappear!
Notes
- Make-Ahead: Assemble completely through step 7, cover tightly with foil, and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. Add 5 minutes to covered baking time if starting from cold.
- Cheese Options: Swiss is traditional, but provolone, cheddar, Gruyère, or Havarti all work beautifully.
- Ham Substitutes: Try turkey, roast beef, or even rotisserie chicken for variations.
- Extra Flavor: Add thin slices of dill pickle or a layer of caramelized onions before adding cheese.
- Crispier Top: For extra crunch, broil for 1-2 minutes at the very end, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sliders
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg