Monte Cristo Sliders

These Monte Cristo Sliders are everything you love about the classic monte cristo sandwich, in “mini” form. Perfect for parties and gatherings, or just when you want something delicious and a little different from the norm.

My dad had a sweet tooth. Actually, he had sweet teeth. Like, all of them craved sweets like nobody’s business. So it’s no wonder that one of his favorite sandwiches is the Monte Cristo.

HOW DO YOU MAKE A MONTE CRISTO SANDWICH?

The traditional sandwich is basically ham and cheese sandwiched between two slices of french toast, covered in powdered sugar and dipped in jam. The sandwich is a variation on the French grilled cheese, also known as Croque Monsieur. It’s popularity grew in the 1930s and onward, becoming a staple at Disneyland’s New Orleans Square restaurants in the 1960s.

It’s traditionally made with Swiss cheese, like I’ve done in the recipe below, but I think it would also be delicious with a white cheddar or Havarti, or anything that pairs well with sweeter fruits and flavors.

To make the Monte Cristo Sandwich sliders, I used a loaf of King’s Hawaiian Rolls, slicing them in half across the middle to form two slabs. I spread them with dijon mustard then layered on turkey, ham and baby swiss. Finally I replaced the top slap and coated the rolls in a, egg and butter wash to represent the dipped french toast part of the traditional Monte Cristo.

The sandwiches are baked mostly with a cover of foil, but the foil is removed during the last ten minutes to help get a crispy crust on the top of the rolls. The final touch is a generous sprinkling of powdered sugar and of course, a dish of strawberry jam for dipping.

This sandwich is definitely an indulgence. If you’re looking for a calorie conscience sandwich, this isn’t it. It is however, one of the funnest sandwiches you’ll ever get your two little paws on.

For more delicious sandwiches and sliders, try these:

• Reuben Sliders
• Baked Ham and Cheese Roll-Ups
• Shredded Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches
• Easy Baked French Dips
• Caramelized Onion and Asiago Roast Beef Sliders
• Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Watch the video below to learn how to make these fun Monte Cristo Sandwich Sliders!

Monte Cristo Sliders

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Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Servings: 12 sliders

Author: Kristin

Ingredients

• 1 12- count package Hawaiian Rolls
• 12 slices deli ham
• 12 slices deli turkey
• 6 slices Baby Swiss cheese
• Dijon mustard
• 1 egg
• ¼ cup butter melted
• Powdered sugar
• Strawberry or blackberry preserves for serving

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray an 11-inch rectangular baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
• Using a large serrated knife, slice the rolls in half so you have a “slab” of tops and a “slab” of bottoms; don't pull the rolls apart and slice individually because you want to keep them connected. Spread dijon mustard on each slab.
• Layer the sliders as follows: half of the sliced cheese, then sliced ham, sliced turkey, and remaining cheese.
• Replace the top half of the rolls.
• In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with the egg and brush on top of the rolls.
• Cover with loosely with foil (careful not to let it touch the tops of the bread to avoid sticking - use toothpicks if necessary to "life" the foil).
• Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 15 minutes. Remove foil and continue to bake for another 10 minutes or until tops are nice and golden brown.
• Cool slightly, then cut the sliders apart with with a sharp knife. Sprinkle powdered sugar over the top, if desired, and serve hot with berry preserves on the side.

Recipe adapted from Jennifer Cooks.