These warm and gooey brown sugar ham and cheese sliders are a dinner-time home run! They are make-ahead and are a great way to use leftover ham. Serve with chips and creamy coleslaw for a casual dinner or party spread.
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I love slider casseroles. They feed a crowd, are fun to assemble, and the variations are endless. My family's favorites include cheeseburger sliders, Reuben sliders, and horseradish roast beef sliders.
These ham and cheese sliders are filled with layers of flavors and are ideal for parties, potlucks, or busy weeknights.
Set these sliders out on game day alongside this chips and dip snack board, and your guests will thank you!
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Why This Recipe Works
- Ease and simplicity - These sandwiches are easy to assemble and are made with readily available ingredients the whole family will love.
- Versatile - These are a great way to use leftover ham and are a delicious twist on traditional cold ham and cheese sandwiches.
- Flavor - This isn't your ordinary ham and cheese sandwich. Layers of flavor make these a proven crowd favorite.
Ingredient Notes
- Thin-sliced deli ham keeps this recipe easy. Leftover ham also works great.
- I love the classic pairing of ham and Swiss, but you can use Gruyere, Monterey Jack, Colby, or Cheddar.
- Dijon mustard is my go-to, but deli-style mustard also works well.
- Brown sugar, dried parsley, dried minced onion, and dried minced garlic add lip-smacking deliciousness to the top of the sliders.
- Brioche slider buns are my favorite, but potato or Hawaiian rolls can also be used.
See the recipe card for complete instructions and ingredient amounts.
How to Make Brown Sugar Ham and Cheese Sliders
Step 1: Sauté the onions in butter over medium-low heat until soft and translucent, about 15 minutes.
Step 2: Add the mustard, mayonnaise, and brown sugar to a small dish and stir to combine.
Step 3: Arrange the bottom half of the rolls in a 9x13 baking dish. Spread half of the mustard mixture on the rolls. Top with the onions.
Step 4: Top the onions with half of the cheese.
Step 5: Layer the ham on top of the cheese.
Step 6: Top the ham with the remaining cheese. Spread the remaining mustard mixture on the inside of the top half of the rolls and place them on top of the sliders. Melt the remaining butter in a small pan, stir in the seasonings, and brush it on the top of the rolls. Cover with foil and bake at 375℉ for 30 minutes.
Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! These sliders work great as a make-ahead dish. Assemble the sliders up to one day in advance, but don't brush them with butter. Cover tightly and refrigerate. When ready to eat, brush with the seasoned butter, cover, and bake.
Ham and cheese sliders pair well with veggie salads, pasta salad, or roasted potatoes. Try broccoli and cauliflower salad or cheesy hash brown casserole.
I prefer to reheat the sliders in the microwave. Baking them a second time in the oven tends to dry out the rolls. To reheat, wrap one or two sliders in a damp paper towel and microwave until warm, about 40-55 seconds (the time will vary depending on the wattage of your microwave).
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Brown Sugar Ham and Cheese Sliders
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EQUIPMENT
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion (diced, about 2 cups)
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 4½ teaspoons light or dark brown sugar
- 12 slider buns
- ¾ pound deli Swiss cheese
- 1 pound deli ham
Butter Topping
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1½ teaspoons light or dark brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried minced onion
- ¼ teaspoon dried minced garlic
Instructions
- Add 3 tablespoons butter to a large non-stick skillet set over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until soft and lightly golden brown, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375℉.
- Combine the mustard, mayonnaise, and brown sugar in a small bowl. Place the bottom half of the slider rolls in a 9x13 baking dish. Spread half of the mustard mixture on the rolls.
- Spread the onions on the rolls and top with half of the cheese, followed by the ham and the remaining cheese.
- Spread the remaining mustard mixture on the inside of the top half of the rolls and place them, mustard-side down, on top of the sliders.
- Melt the 3 tablespoons of butter in a small pan and stir in the brown sugar, parsley, minced onion, and minced garlic.
- Brush the butter mixture over the top of the buns. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes until warmed through.
Notes
- To make ahead: You can assemble the sliders up to one day in advance, but don't brush with butter. Cover and refrigerate. When ready to eat, brush with the seasoned butter, cover, and bake.
- To reheat, wrap one or two sliders in a damp paper towel and microwave for 40-55 seconds until warm. Time will vary depending on the wattage of the microwave.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate and will vary depending on the exact amounts and specific ingredients used.
Abbey McDermott says
These sliders are a party favorite, and the slightest sweetness from the brown sugar makes them irresistible.