Ham and Cheese Sliders

Name: Ham and Cheese Sliders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 15-20 mini wheat rolls; about 1 pound deli ham; 7 ounces Swiss cheese slices; 1/2 cup butter; 1 tablespoon dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire; 1 tablespoon poppyseeds (find in spice aisle); 1/3 cup brown sugar

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By: Polly ConnerPosted: 4/21/21Updated: 3/15/23

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These Ham and Cheese Sliders are a family staple. They are super easy to make, budget-friendly, great for a group of people, and even freezer friendly. I’ve been making these for YEARS and constantly have people ask for the recipe.

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Reasons We Love This Recipe

It’s easy! This recipe is a great one for beginner cooks. Simply layer the ingredients and drizzle a sauce over it for prep.
It’s freezer friendly. Simple assemble, freeze, thaw, then bake. I’ve prepped this recipe for the freezer SO many times. It works!
It’s a kid-friendly meal. Kids and adults both love Ham and Cheese sliders.
It’s a perfect recipe for pot lucks or serving groups of people.
You can make it in advance. Simple assemble the sliders right up until baking and store in the refrigerator. This makes it idea for a holiday meal or Birthday Dinner.

Ham & Cheese Sliders prepped for the freezer to make a freezer meal

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Since I make these so often, I have a few tricks to make them even tastier!

I prefer to use an unsweetened ham from the deli. Since the glaze brings the sweetness factor, no need for the honey ham.
I’ve found that I can leave the poppy seeds out and they taste just as delicious.
I also sometimes omit the mustard if these are bring made for kids. I think the mustard brings a depth of flavor but it can for sure be left out if needed.

Can I Freeze Ham & Cheese Sliders?

YES! Like many of our freezer meals, Ham & Cheese Sliders work wonderfully to prep ahead and freeze.

I almost always do this when I’m making them. I mean, if I’m already getting the dishes out and doing the work for one batch, why not just double them! After making the sandwiches and covering them in the glaze, do not bake. Then, wrap the casserole dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil or place them in an airtight container before freezing. (Here are a few freezer dishes we use and recommend.)

You can freeze these sandwiches for 3-6 months (or longer if you properly package them for freezing!) When you want to eat them, let them thaw in the fridge overnight and then just bake them as directed.

FAQs

What type of roll should I use for Ham & Cheese Sliders?

Many like to use a classic Hawaiian Roll. I do love the soft, sweet bread that Hawaiian Rolls offer but I have also been known to make them with wheat rolls. This provides a bit of a healthier option.

You can also just use any down the pipe dinner roll that you find at the store. Tip: It saves a little time if they are pre-sliced!

What’s in the glaze?

Butter
Dijon mustard
Worcestershire
Poppyseeds
Brown sugar

Can I make Ham & Cheese Sliders in advance?

Yes! This is one of the many reasons I love this recipe. If I have a group of people coming over or just want to get dinner done ahead of time, I prep the sliders all the way up until baking. I stick them in my fridge (for up to 2 days) and then just pull them out and bake them when I’m ready!

Will Ham & Cheese Sliders get soggy?

While the buns do soak up the sauce a bit, I wouldn’t describe them as soggy. The sliders sit in the sauce but don’t soak up too much of it.

Can you make Ham and Cheese Sliders without poppyseeds?

Totally. I have done this quite a bit actually and it doesn’t change the flavor.

What Side Dishes Go Well With This Recipe?

Here are some recipe and meal ideas that would be tasty to serve with Ham & Cheese Sliders:

Ham & Cheese slider on a plate with apples

Ham and Cheese Sliders

These Mini Ham and Cheese Sliders are the perfect meal for a crowd or hungry kiddos! Always a hit.

Yield: 15–20 mini sandwiches 1x

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 20 minutesTotal: 35 minutes

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Ingredients

15–20 mini wheat rolls
about 1 pound deli ham
7 ounces Swiss cheese slices
1/2 cup butter
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire
1 tablespoon poppyseeds (find in spice aisle)
1/3 cup brown sugar

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Instructions

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Preheat oven 350 degrees F.
Assemble the sandwiches, using 1-2 slices of folded ham and a 1/2 slice of cheese on the rolls. Place in 9×13 baking dish (or whatever size you have). Squeeze sandwiches in side by side.
Mix butter, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds and brown sugar into medium sauce pan.
On medium-high heat, bring sauce to a boil and then reduce heat.
Lightly drizzle each sandwich with the prepared sauce. (Freezing instructions begin here.)
Cover with foil and bake for about 20 minutes.

Freeze For Later: Prepare sandwiches with sauce on top in casserole dish, but do not bake. Seal tightly with a lid or wrap with plastic wrap and/or foil very well. Freeze.

Prepare From Frozen: Let sandwiches thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Bake according to directions in step 6.

Notes/Tips

Don’t let the sauce boil too long or it will get very sticky!
Sometimes kids are turned off by the poppyseeds. You can leave those out if that’s the case.

Cuisine: American Method: Baking

Polly Conner

As co-founder of Thriving Home, Polly’s passionate about helping busy parents get dinner on the table. With a house full of kids, dogs, and (usually) a DIY project in the works, she knows firsthand how every minute (and every dollar) counts. As a business owner, she enjoys wearing multiple hats and serves best as a project manager for Thriving Home.