Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders: Easy & Cheesy Bites

These Hawaiian ham and cheese sliders are sweet, cheesy, and baked to perfection. A quick and crowd-pleasing recipe for parties or family dinners!

| By Tyla

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Total

35 min

Servings

12 sliders

Ingredients


Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

  2. 2

    Slice entire slab of King's Hawaiian rolls horizontally in half using a serrated knife, keeping top and bottom halves intact.

  3. 3

    Place bottom half of rolls into prepared baking dish.

  4. 4

    Arrange half of sliced ham evenly over bottom rolls.

  5. 5

    Place Swiss cheese slices over ham, covering as much surface as possible.

  6. 6

    Add remaining ham slices on top of cheese.

  7. 7

    Place top half of rolls back over ham and cheese layers and press down gently.

  8. 8

    In small bowl, whisk together melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, brown sugar (or honey), garlic powder (if using), salt, and pepper until well combined.

  9. 9

    Evenly pour butter mixture over tops of assembled sliders, getting glaze into all crevices.

  10. 10

    Cover baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is mostly melted.

  11. 11

    Remove foil and bake additional 5-8 minutes until tops are golden brown and cheese is bubbly and completely melted.

  12. 12

    Let sliders cool for a few minutes before slicing apart along original roll perforations.

  13. 13

    Serve warm.


Notes

Tips for Success

  • Soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls with savory ham and gooey melted cheese
  • Irresistible buttery, savory, and slightly sweet glaze
  • Perfect for parties, game nights, or family meals
  • Minimal prep time and easy to make
  • Endlessly adaptable with different ingredients

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Bottom rolls can become soggy if over-sauced or overbaked
  • Tops can burn quickly during uncovered baking
  • Cheese may not melt properly if oven temperature is too low
  • Not ideal for freezing as texture changes unfavorably

Nutrition (per serving)

280-350 kcal

Calories