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Hawaiian Roll Sliders - Easy, Crowd-Pleasing Party Bites

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package (12-count) Hawaiian sweet rolls (King’s Hawaiian or similar)
  • 12–16 slices deli ham (thinly sliced; you can also mix ham and turkey)
  • 8–10 slices Swiss cheese (or provolone, mozzarella, or cheddar)
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds (optional, for crunch)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch of kosher salt and black pepper
  • Nonstick spray or a little extra butter for greasing the pan
  • Optional add-ins: thinly sliced pickles, caramelized onions, banana peppers, or a few teaspoons of everything bagel seasoning for the topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter to keep the sliders from sticking.
  2. Slice the rolls as a slab. Without separating the rolls, run a serrated knife horizontally through the middle to create a top and bottom layer. Place the bottom half in your baking dish.
  3. Layer the cheese first. Add a single layer of cheese over the bottom rolls, all the way to the edges. This creates a barrier so the rolls don’t get soggy from the meat or toppings.
  4. Add the deli meat. Fold or shingle the ham (and turkey, if using) in even layers. Don’t pack it too high, but make sure there’s meat in every bite.
  5. Top with more cheese. Add another light layer of cheese for extra melt and stability.
  6. Add extras, if you like. A few thin pickle slices, caramelized onions, or banana peppers add great texture and flavor. Keep layers thin so the sliders press together well.
  7. Place the top slab of rolls over the filling and gently press to help everything settle.
  8. Make the butter topping. In a small bowl, whisk the melted butter, Dijon, Worcestershire, honey (if using), poppy seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  9. Brush the tops generously. Use a pastry brush or spoon to coat the rolls with the butter mixture. Let a little drip down the sides so it flavors the edges too.
  10. Tent with foil (not tight—leave a bit of space so it doesn’t stick to the tops) and bake for 12–15 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  11. Uncover and finish baking for another 5–7 minutes, until the tops are golden and slightly crisp.
  12. Rest briefly, then slice. Let the sliders sit for 3–5 minutes so the cheese sets slightly. Slice along the roll lines with a serrated knife and serve warm.