These ham and cheese sliders from Simple Joy are an easy, crowd-pleasing option for Father’s Day, perfect for keeping things simple while still feeling special. Soft Hawaiian rolls are layered with savory deli ham and Swiss cheese, then baked until warm and melty under a buttery glaze made with melted butter, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, and dried minced onion, giving each bite a sweet, tangy, and savory finish. They come together quickly, can be prepped ahead of time, and are ideal for serving during a relaxed Father’s Day afternoon—whether you’re watching a game, hanging in the backyard, or just spending time together without much fuss.
INGREDIENTS
Dressing
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon dried minced onion (or 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder)
- 1 pound Hawaiian Rolls 24 small or 12 large (my dinner rolls also work great)
- 1 pound deli ham, thinly sliced
- 1 pound Swiss cheese
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9 by 13 inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
- Mix together the butter, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, onion.
- Cut the rolls in half and put the bottom in the prepared baking dish. Top with half the ham. Add the cheese, and top with the remaining ham.
- Add the tops of the rolls and pour over the butter mixture. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and remove the foil. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, cut and serve immediately.