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Close-up of golden brown Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders with poppy seeds and melted Swiss cheese. (Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders)

Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders: The Ultimate Glossy Baked Party Sandwich

A crowd-pleasing recipe for Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders featuring sweet rolls, folded deli ham, and melted Swiss cheese, all topped with a shimmering, savory Dijon and poppy seed butter glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Slider Components
  • 1 package Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (12 count) Keep connected for slicing
  • 1 lb (450g) thinly sliced deli ham Folded for texture
  • 8-10 slices Swiss cheese Provides the gooey white layer
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter Melted
  • 1 tbsp (15g) Dijon mustard Adds tang
  • 1 tbsp (9g) black poppy seeds For the speckled crust
  • 2 tbsp (20g) minced white onion Softened and translucent
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Worcestershire sauce Optional but recommended

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch white ceramic baking dish Even heat distribution is key.
  • 1 Serrated Knife For clean slicing of the rolls.
  • 1 Small saucepan To prepare the glaze.
  • 1 Pastry Brush To apply the glossy glaze.

Method
 

Assembly and Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the rolls in half horizontally and place the bottom half in a white ceramic dish.
  2. Fold each slice of ham and layer it densely over the bottom rolls. Cover the ham with Swiss cheese slices and place roll tops back on.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in mustard, poppy seeds, minced onion, and Worcestershire. Simmer until onions are translucent.
  4. Brush the glaze generously over the buns. Cover with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Remove foil and bake 5-10 more minutes until glossy and golden brown.

Notes

Fold the ham rather than laying it flat to create more surface area for the cheese to melt into.
Use a pastry brush to ensure the glaze reaches the sides of the rolls for a uniform golden finish.