Description
Monte Cristo Sliders combine sweet Hawaiian rolls with savory layers of ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese, soaked in a flavorful egg mixture and baked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make baked slider recipe is perfect for brunch, lunch, or a casual dinner, offering a delicious balance of sweet, salty, and cheesy flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Slider Ingredients
- 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls, sliced in half horizontally
- 6 slices deli ham
- 6 slices deli turkey
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
Egg Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Toppings and Serving
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Raspberry jam for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent the sliders from sticking during baking.
- Assemble Sliders: Place the bottom halves of the Hawaiian rolls in the prepared baking dish. Layer with the deli ham, then turkey, and finally the Swiss cheese. Top with the other halves of the rolls to completely cover the filling.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and Dijon mustard until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Soak Sliders: Slowly pour the egg mixture evenly over the assembled sliders, making sure it soaks into the bread. Allow the sliders to sit for 5 to 10 minutes so the bread absorbs the mixture well.
- Brush with Butter: Brush the tops of the sliders with the melted butter to enhance browning and flavor.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish loosely with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. This step helps cook the egg mixture through without drying out the sliders.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for another 10 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the sliders are cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Let the sliders cool slightly before dusting them with powdered sugar. Serve warm with raspberry jam on the side for a sweet and tangy complement.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, brown the sliders in a skillet after baking to get a golden, crunchy crust.
- This dish can be prepped ahead of time and refrigerated overnight before baking, making it perfect for meal prep or entertaining.
