These Ham and Cheese Sliders are easy to make with oven roasted ham, two cheeses and a buttery garlic sauce over gluten-free Hawaiian-style rolls. They make the perfect snacks and appetizers for feeding a crowd and a delicious way to use up leftover Easter ham. Includes gluten-free, low carb, keto and dairy-free options.
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Updated March 2021
Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders Recipe
Looking for a quick and easy family-friendly recipe? These Ham and Cheese Sliders are always a crowd-pleaser and could not be more simple!
They’re hot, gooey and are just perfect for using up any leftover slow cooker ham (or you can even use turkey) from Thanksgiving, Christmas or Easter. They’re made with soft Hawaiian-style rolls, oven roasted ham and two kinds of melty cheese.
Plus, you can easily make them gluten-free, low carb, keto or dairy-free with just a few simple substitutes.
The best part is, these sliders are super easy to make and definitely don’t stick around for very long. These bite-sized sandwiches are super versatile and would make a quick and easy weeknight dinner or as an after-school snack but would also make a great addition to summer parties, potlucks, and get-togethers.
And if you’re looking for more sandwich recipes, these Hawaiian Chicken Sliders, Chicken Bruschetta Sliders or these Mediterranean Chicken Sliders are always a big hit on game days and disappear so quickly.
Ingredients you need
Making baked ham and cheese sliders could not be more simple. All you need are just a few ingredients that you most likely already have in your fridge or kitchen pantry. This recipe is super easy to customize with swaps for gluten-free, low carb, keto or dairy-free.
- Soft dinner rolls: Soft King’s Hawaiian rolls are always a hit with my guests that have no dietary issues. To make Keto Ham and Cheese Sliders, we will use these paleo, grain-free keto rolls from Unbun or these Carb Wise rolls from Slice of Life
- Sliced ham: You can use leftover baked ham or store-bought. For storebought, we like to use Applegate’s Organics Slow Cooked Ham, Black Forest Ham or Honey Ham since they are made with no nitrates and are dairy-free and gluten-free but you can use any ham you love.
- Sliced cheese: We like to use sliced cheddar cheese and sliced Swiss cheese. Place half a slice on each roll for great melty texture. To keep these dairy-free, we use this vegan cheddar from Violife or Chao and the Provolone slices from Violife.
- Garlic powder + Italian seasoning: The secret seasoning combination we add to the butter that will take these sliders to the next level!
- Butter: melted to brush over the rolls. You can sub with ghee or use vegan butter (we like this one from Miyokos) to keep these dairy-free.
How to make Ham and Cheese Sliders
If you’re thinking that these are your classic ham and cheese sandwich, you couldn’t be more wrong. They have two-kinds of cheeses and are loaded with flavor. To see how easy they are to make, follow the step-by-step instructions or watch the video below.
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- Make the melted butter topping: In a small bowl, mix together the butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
To Make the Sliders:
- Slice buns: Split your slider buns in half. Then place one half in the bottom of a 11×7″ or 9 x 13 greased baking dish.
- Build the layers: Brush a little bit of melted butter topping on the rolls. Top with slices of cheddar cheese on the bottom layer, layer with ham slices then top with Swiss cheese. Place the other half of the rolls on top and brush top of rolls with remaining butter mixture.Place the top buns in on top and brush on some melted garlic butter over everything.
- Bake: Cover with a sheet of aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until cheese is gooey and melted.
- Cut into serving sizes: Slice into individual sliders and serve immediately with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan, if desired. Sliders are best warm and fresh.
Variations
To change things up for the next weekend, you can add a little bit of Dijon mustard, poppy seeds or sesame seeds.
What rolls to use
You can use also use any other soft dinner rolls or mini burger rolls you have.
- Soft King’s Hawaiian rolls are always a hit
- Use these keto rolls from Unbun or these Carb Wise rolls from Slice of Life for low carb or keto guests
Serving suggestions
These baked sliders would be delicious on their own as appetizers or snacks or make it a complete meal with:
- a delicious Caesar Salad
- crispy Air Fryer Fries
- a hot steaming bowl of Vegan Chili OR Broccoli Soup
Storage and Make ahead Instructions
What’s great about making these sliders is that you can make them ahead of time or freeze any leftovers for another meal.
Make ahead: After assembling the mini sandwiches in a large casserole pan, wrap the pan tightly in plastic wrap or place in and keep in the refrigerator until the next morning or freezer (for up to 2 months) until ready to bake.
Storage: To store leftovers, transfer to an airtight container and store in the freezer for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
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These Ham and Cheese Sliders are easy to make with oven roasted ham, two cheeses and a buttery garlic sauce over Hawaiian-style rolls. They make the perfect snacks and appetizers for feeding a crowd and a delicious way to use up leftover Easter ham. Includes gluten-free, low carb, keto and dairy-free options.
- 2-3 Tablespoons butter , melted - to keep this dairy-free, use vegan butter. We like Miyokos.
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 12 count package Hawaiian or Soft Dinner Rolls , Soft King’s Hawaiian rolls are always a hit with my guests that have no dietary issues. To make Keto Ham and Cheese Sliders, we will use these paleo, grain-free keto rolls from Unbun or these Carb Wise rolls from Slice of Life
- 12 slices baked ham sliced thinly - you can use leftover baked ham or store-bought. For storebought, we like to use Applegate's Organics Slow Cooked Ham, Black Forest Ham or Honey Ham since they are made with no nitrates and are dairy-free and gluten-free but you can use any ham you love.
- 9 slices cheddar cheese To keep these dairy-free, we use this vegan cheddar from Violife or Chao.
- 9 slices Swiss cheese To keep these dairy-free, we use the Provolone slices from Violife.
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
Make the melted butter topping
In a small bowl, Mix together the butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning and brush over tops of rolls.
- Split your slider buns in half, place one half in the bottom of a 11x7" or 9x13" baking dish.
- Brush a little bit of melted butter topping on the rolls. Top with slices of cheddar cheese on the bottom layer, layer with ham slices then top with Swiss cheese. Place the other half of the rolls on top and brush top of rolls with remaining butter mixture. Cover with tinfoil and bake in preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Slice into individual sliders and serve immediately with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan, if desired. Sliders are best warm and fresh.
Recipe Video
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DiAna -
These are simple and delicious!
Patricia -
Yum! These were amazing! Making them again for Superbowl!
Henry -
These came out perfectly! Thank you!