Description
These Hawaiian Roast Beef Sliders combine sweet King’s Hawaiian rolls with savory roast beef and melted American cheese, topped with a flavorful garlic mayo and a buttery brown sugar glaze. Perfect for parties or a comforting snack, these sliders are baked to golden perfection and garnished with poppy seeds and Parmesan for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Slider Ingredients
- 1 pkg 12 count King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
- 2 cups shredded roast beef
- 12 slices American cheese
Garlic Mayo Sauce
- 3 Tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder or garlic paste
Butter Glaze
- 4 Tablespoons butter
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds or sesame seeds
Garnish
- 1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes
- 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat the oven to 350℉ (175℃). Prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan by spraying it with cooking spray or lining it with aluminum foil or parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the sliders after baking.
- Slice rolls: Using a serrated knife, carefully slice the King’s Hawaiian rolls horizontally so that the top half is one slab and the bottom half is another, making it easy to layer the fillings.
- Make and spread mayo sauce: In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise with 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder or garlic paste until evenly mixed. Spread this garlic mayo mixture evenly over the bottom half of the sliced rolls to impart flavor and moisture.
- Layer roast beef and cheese: Evenly distribute 2 cups of shredded roast beef over the mayo-coated bottom half of the rolls. Then layer 12 slices of American cheese evenly on top of the roast beef. Cover this layered base with the top half of the Hawaiian rolls.
- Prepare and brush butter sauce: Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan. Whisk in 1 tablespoon each of brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard until well combined. Generously brush this buttery glaze over the top surface of the assembled rolls. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of poppy seeds or sesame seeds over the buttered top for added texture and visual appeal.
- Bake sliders: Cover the baking pan tightly with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 20 minutes to allow the cheese to melt and flavors to meld. After 20 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking uncovered for 5 additional minutes until the tops are golden brown and bubbly.
- Rest and cut: Remove the sliders from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. This resting period helps the roast beef and cheese layers set slightly, making the sliders easier to cut. Transfer the sliders carefully to a cutting board and cut into 12 individual sandwiches.
- Garnish and serve: If desired, sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes and 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese over the sliders for a fresh and cheesy finish. Serve the sliders warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add a dash of hot sauce or substitute the mayonnaise with chipotle mayo.
- Use freshly shredded roast beef for the best texture and flavor.
- Keep the sliders tightly covered while baking to retain moisture.
- To make ahead, assemble the sliders and refrigerate, then bake just before serving.
- Substitute American cheese with Swiss or provolone for a different flavor profile.
