Name: Garlic Butter Ham and Cheese Sliders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 12 count package Hawaiian Rolls or slider buns; 1 pound sliced deli ham (or more, depending on thickness and desired amount); 6 slices Mozzarella cheese (or 1 cup shredded); 6 slices Provolone Cheese; 1/2 cup butter (melted); 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 garlic cloves (finely minced or grated); 1 teaspoon fresh minced parsley; Pinch of salt and pepper

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Ham and Cheese Sliders are Hawaiian rolls layered with ham, two kinds of cheese and coated with a savory garlic butter spread. Baked until melty inside and golden outside, these sliders are perfect for parties or weeknight dinner at home.

Sliders are a fun and simple option for easy entertaining. Try our Buffalo Chicken Sliders, Monte Cristo Sliders, or opt for this classic Ham and Cheese version that is always a favorite.

Ham and Cheese Sliders with Garlic Butter

A ham and cheese sandwich is a pretty classic offering in most households and diners. Served hot or cold, it’s definitely a favorite for kids and adults alike, myself included! These garlic butter ham and cheese sliders take that classic and put a unique spin with a buttery, garlicky topping.

Hawaiian rolls are the vessel that makes these sandwiches so special. They add a hint of sweetness that compliment the savory garlic and ham so well. You could use regular dinner or slider rolls if you need a substitution. I like to just have the ham and cheese as the filling but you could add some tangy mustard or creamy mayo spread onto the bread.

Ham and Cheese Sliders are perfect for parties and tailgating, an easy weeknight dinner or homemade lunch. These warm, cheesy sandwiches impress both adults and kids so you’ll probably want to make a double batch – they are sure to run out quick!

Serving Suggestions

Sliders are super simple to make for parties when I am not providing a big meal but need something a little more hearty to keep guests bellies full. We also will have them for dinner on a busy night when I just want to whip something up quick that I know everyone will eat. Ham and Cheese sliders can be served with anything you like, but for a complete meal we’ll often add Fruit Salad and Baked Potato Wedges.

How to Make Ham and Cheese Sliders

Preheat your oven. Grease a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Slice a loaf of King’s Hawaiian Rolls across the middle to form two slabs. Keep the rolls connected and place one hand firmly on top of the rolls to make it easier to cut. Remove the top half and load up the bottom half with the fillings. I love using Hawaiian bread for these sliders because they are a little sweet which pairs well with the ham, and they are so soft and fluffy but become a little crispy on the outside from the butter as they bake.
Layer fillings on the bottom half of the Hawaiian bread. Provolone first, them lots of sliced ham, then mozzarella cheese. I prefer to purchase fresh from the deli at the grocery store but you could pick up the prepackaged slices, too.
Replace the top half of the rolls and make the garlic butter with melted butter, minced garlic, fresh chopped parsley and Worcestershire sauce. Brush that mixture over the tops of the rolls, letting it drip down the sides and into the cracks. This will give you those deliciously crispy edges as the ham and cheese sliders bake.
Cover loosely with foil. You do not want the foil touching the tops of the rolls or they could stick. To avoid this, stick a few toothpicks in the tops of the rolls to hold up the foil. Bake the sliders for about 15 minutes or until golden on top, warmed and the cheese is melted. Rest for at least 5 minutes before cutting. Cutting too soon could result in a melted cheese oozing off the sandwiches, making a mess.
Use a large serrated bread knife to cut the sliders into individual sandwiches. Fancy them up with cute toothpicks in each sandwich for fun if you like or serve as is.

Tips for Success

Make ahead: You can assemble the sliders a day ahead of time, just don’t add the garlic butter topping until ready to bake. Cover and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours and let sit out for 10-15 minutes before baking.
Storage: If you have leftover ham and cheese sliders, store them in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave if you like, or enjoy cold. Sometimes I’ll send one in my kids’ lunches – they love them!
Freezing: Prepare sliders, except the garlic butter topping, and freeze in a resealable freezer bag or tightly covered container for up to 3 months. Bake straight from the freezer, adding 10 minutes to the bake time and topping with the garlic butter after about 7-10 minutes.

Variations

We love our ham sliders with the combination of mild mozzarella and sharp provolone, you can customize them in a variety of ways to make them unique.

Make it spicy by adding some pickled jalapeños or banana peppers to the layers.
Add sun-dried tomatoes to the layers and Italian seasoning to the garlic butter for an Italian version.
Sweeten up your ham and cheese sliders by adding a couple teaspoons of brown sugar to the butter topping.
Make it a club by adding bacon and sliced turkey.
Swap out the cheese for cheddar, Swiss or American – whatever is your favorite.

More ham! More cheese!

The classic combination of ham and cheese is simply irresistible. Try it in our Ham and Cheese Quiche, Ham and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole and One Pan Ham & Cheese Tortellini.