Description
These Monte Cristo Ham Sliders are a delightful twist on the classic sandwich, featuring layers of Swiss cheese and ham nestled in soft slider rolls. Brushed with a buttery Dijon mustard glaze and baked to golden perfection, they offer a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors, especially when dusted with powdered sugar and served alongside raspberry preserves. Ideal for parties or a comforting snack, these sliders come together quickly in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Slider Sandwich Ingredients
- 12 slider rolls (Hawaiian rolls or brioche work best)
- 12 slices deli-style ham
- 6 slices Swiss cheese (or more to taste)
Butter Glaze
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
For Serving
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Raspberry preserves, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Slider Rolls: Slice each slider roll in half horizontally and place the bottom halves evenly into the greased baking dish to form the base of your sliders.
- Layer Ingredients: Layer Swiss cheese slices on the bottom buns, then add the deli-style ham, and top with additional Swiss cheese slices. Place the top halves of the rolls over the layered ingredients to complete the sliders.
- Make Butter Glaze: Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat and stir in the Dijon mustard until well combined to create a flavorful glaze.
- Brush Sliders: Generously brush the Dijon butter mixture over the tops of the slider rolls, ensuring even coverage to enhance browning and flavor.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake the sliders for 15 minutes to allow the cheese to melt and flavors to meld.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until the tops are golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Finish and Serve: Let the sliders cool slightly, then dust them lightly with powdered sugar to add a subtle sweetness. Serve warm with raspberry preserves on the side for dipping or spreading.
Notes
- Use Hawaiian rolls for a sweeter slider, or brioche for a richer flavor.
- Adjust the amount of Swiss cheese to your preference for more or less cheesiness.
- Ensure the butter is fully melted and mixed with mustard for an even glaze.
- Powdered sugar adds a unique contrast to the savory flavors – don’t skip this step.
- Raspberry preserves can be substituted with other fruity jams like strawberry or apricot.
- These sliders are best served warm but can be reheated gently in the oven.
