Ham and Cheese Breakfast Sliders (Printable)

Melty ham and cheese sliders with eggs, baked golden and brushed with a flavorful buttery topping.

# Components:

→ Rolls

01 - 12 slider rolls or Hawaiian sweet rolls

→ Fillings

02 - 12 slices deli ham
03 - 6 slices Swiss cheese, halved (or cheddar)
04 - 4 large eggs
05 - 2 tablespoons milk
06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Buttery Glaze

08 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
11 - 1 teaspoon poppy seeds (optional)
12 - 1 teaspoon dried minced onion (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Cook the egg mixture in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until just set. Remove from heat.
03 - Slice the slider rolls horizontally, keeping them connected, and place the bottom halves in the prepared baking dish. Distribute the scrambled eggs evenly over the roll bottoms. Layer the ham slices on top of the eggs, followed by the Swiss cheese slices.
04 - Place the top halves of the slider rolls over the cheese. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds (if using), and minced onion (if using) to create the glaze. Generously brush this mixture over the tops of the assembled rolls.
05 - Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
06 - Allow the sliders to cool for 5 minutes before slicing them apart and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd with minimal effort
  • Can be prepped the night before
  • Makes breakfast feel special without complicated techniques
  • Customizable with your favorite cheese varieties
02 -
  • These sliders can be assembled the night before and refrigerated
  • Each slider contains approximately 240 calories and 12g of protein
  • The recipe easily doubles for larger gatherings
  • Hawaiian rolls add a subtle sweetness that balances the savory fillings
03 -
  • Always use room temperature eggs for more even scrambling and better texture in the final dish. I take mine out about 20 minutes before cooking.
  • When applying the glaze, take your time to ensure complete coverage, as this is what creates that irresistible golden top and seals in moisture.
  • For the absolute best flavor, toast your poppy seeds in a dry skillet for about 2 minutes before adding them to the glaze mixture—this simple step makes a noticeable difference in the aromatic quality of the finished sliders.

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