Ham and Cheese Sliders

These Ham and Cheese Sliders (made pork-free with thinly sliced smoked beef) are buttery, cheesy, and unbelievably easy. Whether you’re searching for easy ham and cheese sliders, building a tray of ham and cheese sliders for party, or wanting the best ham and cheese sliders recipe, this version checks every box.

Soft Hawaiian rolls, melty cheese, smoked beef, and a savory buttery topping for sliders create a flavor-packed pull-apart sandwich perfect for potlucks, holidays, weeknight dinners, and game days. You can even make them as ham and cheese sliders crockpot style, or boost richness with the popular ham and cheese sliders with cream cheese variation.

Warm, gooey, crowd-pleasing. These are guaranteed to disappear fast.

Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 12 sliders

Ingredients List

Slider Assembly

• 1 pack Hawaiian rolls (12-count)
• 12–16 slices smoked beef (pork-free ham substitute)
• 8–10 slices Swiss, provolone, or cheddar
• ¼ cup softened cream cheese (optional)

Slider Topping

• 6 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp poppy seeds (optional)
• 1 tsp dried parsley

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics:

• 9×13 baking dish
• Serrated knife
• Pastry brush
• Small bowl
• Foil
• Cutting board

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

1. Slice the rolls
   Slice the entire sheet of Hawaiian rolls horizontally.
2. Spread cream cheese (optional)
   Spread a thin layer onto the bottom half for the ham and cheese sliders with cream cheese version.
3. Layer the smoked beef
   Add slices of smoked beef evenly over the bottom half.
4. Add the cheese
   Top with Swiss or cheddar slices for maximum melt.
5. Place the top layer of rolls back on
   Gently press down.
6. Make the butter topping
   Mix butter, Dijon, Worcestershire, garlic, onion powder, and parsley.
7. Brush generously
   Let the butter drip into every crevice. Sprinkle poppy seeds.
8. Bake
   Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes.
   Remove foil and bake 5 more minutes until golden.
9. Slice & serve warm
   Perfect for parties, holidays, and potlucks.

Pro Tips Section

1. Want restaurant-level meltdown?
   Add cheese both under and over the smoked beef.
2. Extra crispy tops:
   Broil for 1 minute at the end.
3. Crockpot method:
   Assemble sliders, pour butter topping, cook on LOW 1 hour.
4. Good sides for ham and cheese sliders:
   • Mac & cheese
   • Pasta salad
   • Coleslaw
   • Chips
   • Roasted veggies

Nutrition Table

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary depending on brands, preparation methods, and ingredient substitutions.

These pork-free sliders are made with smoky beef, melty cheese, and buttery Dijon topping — perfect for parties, potlucks, or easy family dinners.

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Course: Appetizer, Dinner

Cuisine: American, Fusion

Calories: 290

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

• 12 Hawaiian rolls
• 12 slices smoked beef (or more to taste)
• 6 slices Swiss or cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• optional cream cheese, spread thinly

Equipment

• baking dish
• mixing bowl
• Pastry brush
• Foil
• knife for slicing rolls
• oven

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Slice Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally. Layer bottom half with smoked beef, cheese slices, and cream cheese if using. Add top half of buns.
2. Mix melted butter with Dijon, Worcestershire, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley. Brush evenly over tops of the rolls.
3. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 5 minutes until golden and cheese is melted. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 14gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 530mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 180mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use cheddar for a sharper flavor or cream cheese for extra richness. Prep ahead and bake right before serving. Great for iftar or game day snacks.

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Conclusion

These Ham and Cheese Sliders (smoked beef sliders) are buttery, melty, and irresistible — perfect for parties, busy weeknights, game days, or potlucks. With their soft rolls, cheesy interior, and savory butter topping, they’re guaranteed to become a go-to favorite.

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