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These crowd-pleasing Roast Beef Sliders saved my sanity during my daughter's graduation celebration. When dozens of starving teens swarmed my house, I needed something knockout but easy. The mix of juicy roast beef and gooey cheese on those fluffy Hawaiian buns, topped with my special butter mixture, had everyone asking me how I made them. They've become my favorite go-to option whenever I've got lots of mouths to feed.
A Crowd-Pleasing Finger Food
I'm amazed at how adaptable these mini sandwiches are. They vanished within seconds at our football watch party and were gobbled up first at our neighborhood get-together. Everyone gets hooked on that combo of sweet bread and flavorful beef. My friend next door thinks they beat any sandwich shop option, and my children always want them for family movie evenings.
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What You'll Need
- Ingredient: 12 Hawaiian rolls pick them up fresh from the bakery area for maximum softness
- Ingredient: 1 pound roast beef ask for thin slices at the deli section
- Ingredient: 6 slices white American cheese you won't believe how smoothly it melts
- Ingredient: ½ cup unsalted butter gently melted to avoid scorching
- Ingredient: 2 tablespoons brown sugar this creates the wonderful flavor
- Ingredient: 1 tablespoon horseradish sauce gives just the right tang without overwhelming
- Ingredient: 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce my favorite flavor enhancer
- Ingredient: 1 tablespoon poppy seeds they add that special touch
Getting Started
- Prep The Buns
- Warm your oven to 350°F. Cut through all rolls while keeping them connected. Place the bottom section in your baking pan.
- Layer Everything
- Spread that tender roast beef across the bottom followed by cheese slices. Return the top halves to their place.
- Create Your Topping
- Mix your melted butter brown sugar horseradish Worcestershire and poppy seeds until completely combined.
- Into The Oven
- Drizzle that tasty mixture all over making sure to coat everything. Cover with foil and cook about 15 minutes then another 5 uncovered until tops turn golden.
Gathering Essential
These tasty sliders have come to my rescue at so many events. They're what I rely on for everything from sports viewing parties to quick suppers. My husband's sister couldn't believe how easy they were until I showed her the process. Now she brings them to every potluck she attends.
Next-Day Wonder
Should you end up with extras, they warm up wonderfully. Cover them with foil stick them back in the oven and they'll taste almost like you just made them. My guy takes them to the office, and when his workmates smell them warming up, they always want to know how to make them.
Custom Creations
I often try different things like switching to pepper jack when I want something zestier or adding some sweet cooked onions for fancier occasions. My boy can't get enough when I add some spicy pickled peppers while my girl likes extra horseradish on hers. What's great is they turn out amazing no matter what tweaks you make.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can these sliders be prepped early?
Sure! Assemble them ahead, then pour the butter mix before baking. Leftovers can also be reheated and still taste great.
- → What cheese can I swap for white American cheese?
Try provolone or mozzarella as replacements. Any smooth-melting cheese that’s mild works wonderfully.
- → When are the sliders ready to serve?
The tops should be golden and crispy, with melted cheese inside. This generally takes 20-30 minutes.
- → Can I pick other rolls instead of Hawaiian?
Hawaiian ones bring sweet softness, but dinner rolls work fine too. The flavor changes slightly but stays yummy.
- → What’s the best way to store and warm these later?
Pop the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. To keep the crispy tops, reheat in an oven or toaster oven.