These sweet, buttery Homemade Hawaiian Rolls, stuffed with honey-ham and Swiss cheese are so delicious. Hot and melty from the oven, watch them slide right off the serving plate.
Imagine warm, homemade Hawaiian Rolls—soft, sweet, buttery, straight from the oven. Take it up a notch as we stuff these little wonders with honey ham and Swiss cheese. The result? It’s a melty, gooey masterpiece that’s practically begging to slide off the serving plate.
From my kitchen to yours, prepare for a flavor-packed adventure that’s as personal as sharing a meal with friends and as delightful as a Hawaiian sunset.
Key Takeaways:
- Homemade Hawaiian Rolls are soft, sweet, and buttery — made from scratch with no preservatives or bromated flour.
- Stuffed with honey ham and Swiss cheese, these sliders are gooey, savory, and downright addictive.
- Double-baked perfection: after assembly, the sliders are baked again with a buttery poppy seed topping for an extra flavorful finish.
- Make the rolls ahead of time — they take a few hours to rise and bake but are worth every minute.
- Better than store-bought: homemade rolls offer a fresher taste and a healthier ingredient list.
- Great for gatherings: these sliders are crowd-pleasers that disappear fast, especially fresh from the oven.
Overview
These Homemade Hawaiian Roll Sliders are the ultimate comfort food with a tropical twist. Picture this: soft, golden-brown rolls with a hint of sweetness, lovingly baked from scratch with real, wholesome ingredients—no preservatives or bromated flour in sight. Once cooled, these pillowy rolls are transformed into irresistible sliders, filled with savory honey ham and melty Swiss cheese. But the magic doesn’t stop there. A luscious blend of butter, poppy seeds, and spices gets poured over the top before baking them a second time, turning every bite into a buttery, gooey, slightly crispy sensation. Perfect for game day, potlucks, or cozy family dinners, these sliders are more than just a snack—they’re a deliciously nostalgic, crowd-pleasing experience.
Hawaiian Rolls
A favorite of my grandkids. They love the sweet buttery taste and super soft, moist texture. I admit I’m hooked on them as well. So delicious and warmed with butter. This is one roll that has almost as much butter as a croissant. You will want to make these rolls the day before, as they take several hours to complete. They can be purchased; however, the homemade ones are much better. No preservatives or bromated flour. By the way, did you know that most commercial bakery products use bromated flour? Bromated flour is banned in Europe and China. It is a potentially harmful additive that should be avoided.
How To Make the Hawaiian Roll Sliders?
Once the rolls are baked and cooled, store them at room temperature in an airtight container or baggie overnight. Slice the rolls and spread each half with mayonnaise mixed with Dijon mustard, Worchester sauce, and onion powder. Stack the bottom half with ham and Swiss cheese, and top with the top of the roll.
Hawaiian Roll Sliders Are Twice Baked
Once the slider is assembled, tuck it back into a baking pan. Now for the part that makes it extra tasty. More Butter! Yes, melt more butter with poppy seeds and pour it all over the sliders. Let it soak in before covering the rolls with aluminum foil. Bake the sliders a second time for 15 – 20 minutes or until the cheese is melting and the tops are toasty. The game is just starting. Pass the sliders, please!
FAQ:
Q: Can I use store-bought Hawaiian rolls instead of homemade ones?
A: Yes, store-bought rolls work in a pinch, but homemade rolls offer a richer, more buttery taste and skip additives like bromated flour.
Q: How far in advance can I make the rolls?
A: You can make them a day ahead. Let them cool completely, then store in an airtight container at room temperature overnight.
Q: What kind of ham and cheese works best?
A: Honey ham and Swiss cheese are traditional, but feel free to substitute with your favorite deli meats or cheeses.
Q: What’s the secret to that extra flavor on top?
A: A second baking with a generous pour of melted butter and poppy seeds over the assembled sliders adds a golden, savory finish.
Q: Can I freeze these sliders?
A: Yes! Assemble them fully (without the butter topping), wrap tightly, and freeze. When ready to serve, thaw and bake with the butter topping.
Q: Is bromated flour really that bad?
A: Bromated flour is banned in many countries due to health concerns. Making homemade rolls lets you avoid it altogether.
Hawaiian Roll Sliders
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 15 Hawaiian Rolls homemade or purchased
- 30 slices honey ham sliced thin
- 15 slices Swiss cheese sliced sandwich thickness
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worchester sauce
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 4 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
Instructions
- Make the Hawaiian rolls the day before using my recipe. Makes 15 rolls.
- Mix the mayonnaise, mustard, Worchester sauce, and onion powder.
- Spread the mayonnaise mixture on both halves of the rolls
- Add a slice of honey ham, then a slice of swiss cheese and a piece of bacon to the bottom half of each roll, Fold the ham and cheese to fit on the individual rolls.
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Use parchment paper as a sling in the bottom and up the sides of the pan. Place the rolls back in the baking pan.
- Melt the butter and add the poppy seeds to the melted butter. Pour the butter-poppy seed mixture over the rolls. Use a pastry brush to help cover the rolls with the mixture.
- Let the butter soak into the rolls for 10 minutes. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately.
