Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders

Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders are the perfect party food or meal for a game day. I am always looking for easy and delicious meals, and this is one of my new favorites! Hawaiian Roll Sliders make a great family meal that even the kids will enjoy.

Easy and quick to prepare, Hawaiian Roll Sliders are a great meal for the whole family. I enjoy eating these Ham and Swiss Sliders as much as the kids do.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

Easy to make: It couldn’t be easier to make these for a crowd. Only six ingredients are needed, and they take about 30 minutes to prepare.
Perfect party food: Parties are a great time to serve these Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders. They can be served at a bbq, a kids’ party, or even on game day.
Kid-friendly: The whole family will enjoy these ham sliders. Small enough for little ones, yet flavorful enough for hungry adults.

Ingredients That You’ll Need:

On the inside, the Honey Dijon is (semi) homemade, and the outside is topped with creamy Poppyseed dressing. Definitely a flavor bomb! You can make them with just a few ingredients.

Hawaiian Rolls: The star of the show is these little sweet bread rolls. Purchase a pack of 12 at the store or make your own Hawaiian rolls.
Ham: If you’re in a hurry, you can pick up some precooked, thinly-sliced deli ham from the store. You can use any variety of flavors. My recommendation is honey or something sweet.
Cheese: This recipe calls for swiss cheese, but you could use another type of cheese if you prefer. You could use provolone or mozzarella!
Dijon Mustard and Honey: For these Hawaiian sliders, I like to make my own honey dijon because I can control how sweet it is.
Poppyseed Dressing: You can buy a bottle from the store or make your own. Those who don’t like the dressing can skip it.

Which Hawaiian Rolls Taste Best With This Recipe?

You’ll find two flavors of Hawaiian rolls at the store – savory butter and original sweet. I have tried both methods to make these Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders. They are both delicious!

Personally, I prefer the savory butter flavor. Combined with the sweetness of the ham, the original sweet rolls can be a little too sweet for me.

How To Make Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders?

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Combine the Dijon and honey in a separate bowl. Stir until smooth.
In a lightly sprayed baking dish, place the bottoms of the 9 rolls.
brush each roll with honey Dijon.
Place a slice of ham on top of each, followed by a slice of cheese.
Place the top half of each roll on top of each sandwich and brush the inside with more honey Dijon.
Apply poppyseed dressing liberally to the outside of each top.
Cover with foil and cook for 15-18 minutes until cheese is melted.
Broil for 4 minutes, or until the rolls are crisped up a little.
Serve while still hot. enjoy!

How To Make Air Fryer Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders?

For a quicker cook time, I use an air fryer to make Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders. It’s one of the simplest air fryer recipes!

Don’t discard the cardboard trays your rolls come in! You’ll use them to bake the sliders.
As directed in the recipe instructions, prepare your sandwiches. Wrap them in foil.
Using your air fryer, preheat it to 350°F and cook for 8 minutes or until the cheese has melted well.

Garlic Butter Sauce for Sliders:

Honey Garlic Butter Sauce is made by mixing honey with our Garlic Butter Sauce. This recipe is amazing on our air fryer Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders!

What To Serve With Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders?

Baked Sweet Potato Chips
Red Potato Salad
Parmesan Potato Wedges
Homemade Doritos
Cheesy Roasted Veggies
Air Fryer Ranch Broccoli
crispy potato wedges
Tomato and feta salad

Can I Make Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders Ahead Of Time?

Yes, these Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders keep well in the fridge and reheat well, so if you wish to make them ahead of time, you are welcome to do so. It is recommended that you assemble the sliders, place them in a baking dish, cover them with plastic wrap/foil, and then refrigerate them. When serving, brush with dressing and bake.

How To Store Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders In The Fridge?

Wrap your Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders with aluminum foil or store them in an airtight container. They’ll last for two to three days in the fridge.

Can I Freeze Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders?

It is possible to freeze these Hawaiian Roll Sliders if desired. They should be wrapped in foil and placed in a freezer-safe bag. They will last for 3 months. Reheat them once they have thawed.

How To Reheat Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders In The Oven?

You can reheat your Hawaiian Roll Sliders in your oven by preheating it to 375 F degrees. Hawaiian slider rolls (or buns) can be lightly brushed with butter or olive oil and baked in a warm oven until warmed through, about 5 – 10 minutes, turning once during baking if needed.

How To Reheat Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders In The Air Fryer?

You can reheat your Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders in an air fryer. Heat the sandwiches for about five minutes until heated through at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Depending on how evenly the heat is distributed inside your air fryer, you may need to turn your Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders halfway through cooking time.

Recipe Tips

You can make the recipe with 12 rolls if you have enough ham and can fit them in your baking dish. Make as many sandwiches as you can.
Preheating the oven is the best way to warm the sliders.
The bottom of the baking dish should be sprayed with non-stick spray so the sandwiches do not stick or rip apart.
Broiling at the end gives the bread a nice texture and ensures that everything is nice and melted.
You can omit the poppyseed dressing if you prefer. If you have any picky eaters, leave them off just a couple of sliders.
Extras can be stored in the fridge and eaten later (cold or reheated).
When baking, keep the rolls connected so that everything melts together. When ready to serve, pull apart your Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders.

FAQ Section

Can I substitute turkey for ham in Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders?

Definitely. It’s easy to substitute! Simply grab a few slices of deli turkey instead of ham, and you’re ready to go.

How can I keep ham sliders warm for a party?

Set the oven to about 175 degrees after you’ve baked them. Place the sliders in the oven between servings and cover them with foil to keep them warm. Make a few batches and store the extras in the oven until you need them.

How Long Do Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders Bake For?

It takes about 28 minutes to bake these sliders, but how they are baked is equally important. The dish should be covered with foil and baked for 20 minutes to allow the sandwiches to heat through to the center while preventing the bread from browning too quickly. Remove the foil and bake for another 8 minutes or until the tops of the Hawaiian rolls are browned and the cheese is melted.

Are Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders good cold?

Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders are good cold, too, but they are much better when warmed up. To warm up leftovers, simply heat them in 30-second intervals in the microwave until heated through.

How many Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders per person?

Despite being of a decent size, each person should be able to eat 2-3 sliders depending on their appetite. Double the batch if you need to feed a large group.

What to dip Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders in?

To make the Pioneer Woman Hawaiian Roll Sliders extra rich, dip them in extra garlic butter sauce or homemade cheese sauce.

What cheese is good for melting?

For this easy slider recipe, the best cheeses to use are Swiss, White Cheddar, White American, and Provolone. All three kinds of cheese melt well and pair well with the honey garlic butter sauce and sweet ham.