Description
These cheesy roast beef sliders on Hawaiian rolls are the ultimate easy dinner recipe or party appetizer. Tender layers of roast beef, melty cheddar cheese, and a zesty sauce come together in just 30 minutes for a dish that's both simple and delicious.
Ingredients
For the Sliders:
- Hawaiian King Rolls (12 rolls, keep attached as one block)
- Roast beef (1 lb, thinly sliced)
- Shredded cheddar cheese (1 cup)
- Butter (1 tbsp, melted)
- Sesame seeds (1/2 tbsp, optional)
For The Special Sauce:
- Mayo (1/4 cup)
- Garlic (1 tbsp, minced)
- Poppy seeds (1 tbsp)
- Spicy mustard (1 tbsp)
- Horseradish (1 tbsp)
- Worcestershire sauce (1 tsp)
- Hot sauce (1/2 tsp)
- Salt (1/4 tsp)
- Pepper (1/4 tsp)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven (2 minutes): Set your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking, or use foil lightly coated with cooking spray or butter.
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Make the Special Sauce (5 minutes): In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup mayo, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1 tbsp poppy seeds, 1 tbsp spicy mustard, 1 tbsp horseradish, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 tsp hot sauce, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Mix until well blended and set aside.
- Prepare the Rolls (3 minutes): With a sharp knife, carefully slice the block of 12 Hawaiian Rolls in half horizontally, keeping the top and bottom halves intact. Place the bottom half of the rolls on the prepared baking sheet.
- Assemble the Sliders (5 minutes): Spread half of the special sauce over the bottom layer of rolls on the baking sheet. Layer 1 lb roast beef over the sauce. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the roast beef. Spread the remaining sauce on the cut side of the top half of the rolls, then place it over the assembled sliders.
- Brush and Top (2 minutes): Brush the 1 tbsp melted butter over the tops of the rolls, then sprinkle with 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake (10–12 minutes): Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops of the rolls are golden brown.
- Serve (1 minute): Once baked, remove from the oven, slice into individual sliders, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Notes
Cooking for a Crowd: This recipe makes 12 sliders, but it’s easy to double or triple. You can assemble them ahead and keep them in the fridge overnight, so they’re ready to bake and serve when you need them.
Kid-Friendly: The sauce has a bold flavor, so if you’re serving kids or picky eaters, consider making a separate batch with just the meat and cheese. You can also skip the sesame seeds on top if they’re not a hit with younger eaters.
Nut-Free: Already is!
Gluten-Free: Swap out the King’s Hawaiian Rolls for a gluten-free alternative like Schär or Canyon Bakehouse dinner rolls, or any other gluten-free slider buns you prefer.
Dairy-Free: Replace the cheddar cheese with a dairy-free option like Daiya or Violife, and swap the butter for a plant-based margarine or vegan butter alternative.
Power Up: For an extra protein boost, add a layer of thinly sliced turkey or ham along with the roast beef, or tuck in a few slices of cooked bacon for added flavor and protein.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Easy Recipe
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 267
- Sugar: 3.4 g
- Sodium: 441 mg
- Fat: 12.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 23.3 g
- Protein: 14.9 g
- Cholesterol: 43.3 mg
