These hot Ham and Cheese Sliders are quick and easy to make for the big game. Serve them with your favorite game day snacks for a feast that everyone will enjoy.
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I sometimes go to basketball games, but I don’t really pay attention to football until the end of the season, when the playoffs and the big game are coming up.
As you can probably guess, it’s not because I care about who is actually playing. I’m just here for the snacks, okay?.
Why are snacks for games so damn tasty? I’d rather never eat a fancy dinner again if it means I can always have snacks for games.
Ham and cheese sliders are a delicious and easy to make party food Soft rolls are stuffed with sliced ham, cheese and baked with a savory mustard and onion sauce until warm and gooey The problem is, once you take them out of the oven, the cheese starts to cool and solidify. If you’re making them ahead of time for a party, how do you keep these tasty morsels warm until serving time? Here are some tips and tricks for keeping ham and cheese sliders warm and melty.
Maintain Oven Heat
The most obvious solution is to keep the sliders warm in the oven. After baking, leave the pan of assembled sliders in the warm oven (at 200-250°F) until you’re ready to serve them. This will ensure the cheese stays melted and the rolls stay steaming hot. Just make sure to tent them loosely with foil so they don’t dry out. Check them occasionally and if the tops start browning too much, cover them fully with foil. This method can keep sliders warm for 1-2 hours.
Use a Slow Cooker
Another handy appliance that will keep your sliders at the perfect serving temperature is a slow cooker. After baking the sliders, transfer them to a slow cooker set to low or warm. Place a paper towel under the lid to absorb extra moisture and prevent sogginess. The insulated walls of the slow cooker will keep the sandwiches hot for several hours without drying them out. Slow cookers are great for taking sliders to a potluck or party!
Heat Lamp
If you want to serve sliders buffet style, a heat lamp is ideal for keeping the platter of sandwiches piping hot After baking, arrange the sliders on a serving platter and place under the heat lamp Rotate the sandwiches occasionally so they heat evenly. Monitor to make sure they don’t dry out. Heat lamps can also be used to reheat chilled sliders right before guests arrive.
Chafing Dishes
Chafing dishes have been used for years to keep appetizers and entrees warm at large catered events. For ham and cheese sliders, place the baked sandwiches in a stainless steel chafer and keep the sterno flame on low. The domed lid holds in heat while the water pan provides steam to keep them moist. Sturdy toothpicks or slider spears make it easy for guests to grab the petite sandwiches.
Insulated Food Carriers
Investing in some good quality insulated food carriers is a great way to transport warmed sliders. After baking place sliders in the insulated bag and they’ll stay hot for a couple hours. The insulation reflects heat back inward and prevents moisture loss. Insulated wrap bags meant for wrapping subs and sandwiches also work great. Just wrap each heated slider individually then stack them in the insulated carrier.
Warming Trays
Warming trays or hot plates plug into the wall to keep food warm for buffet service. Place the trays on the lowest heat setting and monitor to prevent over-drying. Cover with a sheet pan or dome cover to retain even more heat. Warming trays allow you to keep sliders hot whether serving in the kitchen, dining room or outdoors.
Microwave
If you need to quickly reheat chilled sliders, the microwave does the trick. Place one slider on a microwave-safe plate and heat for 15-30 seconds at 50% power until warm. Rotate and heat another 15 seconds if needed. Microwaves can make bread chewy so only heat until just warmed through and not completely piping hot. Microwaving is best for just 1-2 sliders at a time.
Oven Toaster
A toaster oven also offers a quick way to reheat individual chilled sliders. Place on foil and toast at 300°F for a few minutes until hot. Keep an eye so the tops and bottoms don’t burn. Let sit a minute before serving. Only reheat 1-2 sliders at a time to prevent steaming. A regular pop-up toaster can also work in a pinch.
Fondue Pot
Feel like getting really fancy? Use a fondue pot! After baking the sliders, arrange toothpicks in each roll. Set the fondue pot temperature to 160-180°F for oil (or medium heat for broth) and keep the cooked sliders submerged and warm until dunked out by guests. Just be cautious of over-soaking the buns. A fondue pot is a unique and interactive way to serve hot ham and cheese sliders.
No matter which warming method you use, the key is moderating the heat to keep the sliders hot enough without turning the rolls leathery or drying out the cheese. With some strategic reheating, your tasty ham and cheese sliders will stay melt-in-your-mouth delicious right up until the last bite!
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HOW TO MAKE HAM AND CHEESE SLIDERS
Ham and cheese sliders are so easy to make:
- Slice Hawaiian rolls in half
- Layer with ham and cheese
- Brush with mustard and herb butter
- Cover with foil and bake
One of the things that makes this recipe so easy is that the sliders are assembled all together. Instead of cutting the rolls into separate pieces, cut across the whole package of rolls, almost like you would a bagel.
Layer the sliced ham and cheese onto the bottoms of the rolls, then place on the tops.
Here’s where it gets really good. Mix together Challenge Salted Butter with dijon mustard, honey, dried parsley, onion powder and garlic powder, and brush the tops of the rolls with this mixture.
Because Challenge butter is so high quality, it already brings a ton of much flavor to this party. With the herbs and spices added, it tastes even better and gives the sliders a unique touch.
Once everything is assembled, simply bake and slice into individual sliders to serve.
HOT HAM AND CHEESE SLIDERS: THE EASIEST GAME DAY SNACK
As someone who only watches the big game for the snacks, I take my game day menu very seriously.
I’ve made Instant Pot Pulled Pork in the past, but these easy Ham and Cheese Sliders are my favorite this year.
The first time I made these sliders, my family inhaled them. I love them for game day, but they’re also great for a quick dinner during the week or as a snack for family movie or game night.
Your kids would have a great time with sleepover snacks if they are old enough for them.
Even though ham, cheese, and Hawaiian rolls together are great, it’s the herb butter topping that really makes these sliders stand out.
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FAQ
How do you keep sliders warm?
Can I keep sliders warm in a crockpot?
How to prevent sliders from getting soggy?
How to keep sliders from sticking to pan?
How to make hot ham and cheese sliders?
Follow these steps to make hot ham and cheese sliders: 1. Prepare. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees, and grease your baking dish with cooking spray or butter. You can also slice open the buns and melt the butter. 2. Assemble the sliders. Place the bottom bun in the greased casserole dish.
Do Ham and cheese Sliders need to be refrigerated?
Simply assemble the sliders in the pan, cover the pan with foil and refrigerate for up to 4 hours. When you’re ready to eat, simply bake the prepped sliders as noted in the recipe. ARE HAM AND CHEESE SLIDERS GOOD COLD? Look, I am not above snacking on leftover Ham and Cheese Sliders straight from the refrigerator.
How do you cook ham & cheese sliders on Hawaiian rolls?
Ham and cheese sliders on Hawaiian rolls are a must for any party! The deli ham coupled with melty Swiss cheese is impossible to resist! Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter. Slice the buns in half. Place the bottom halves in the baking dish.
Can Ham and cheese sliders be made ahead?
Ham and cheese sliders can be made ahead. Prepare the rolls with the spread, meat, and cheese, covering the pan with foil. They can be refrigerated for up to one day. Prepare and spread the topping right before you put the sliders into the oven. Unbaked sliders can also be frozen for up to three months.