Best Roast Beef And Cheese Sliders

These roast beef and cheese sliders are crazy delicious and super easy to make! Savory roast beef and melty cheese wrapped up in sweet Hawaiian rolls and then baked in a buttery sauce are absolutely irresistible. They are the perfect party food and always a welcome sight on the dinner table.

Roast Beef and Cheese Sliders stacked on a white plate on a wooden cutting board.

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Here’s Why You’ll Love These Roast Beef And Cheese Sliders

The combination of flavors is perfect. The sweet Hawaiian rolls, the savory roast beef, and the sharp cheddar cheese all work together to create one perfect bite.
This roast beef sliders recipe is easy to make and comes together in around 30 minutes. Everything can be assembled ahead of time and then baked just before serving for parties or dinner.
These sliders are versatile and are easy to customize by adding different toppings and sauces.
They are just downright fun! I mean, honestly, who doesn’t love mini sandwiches?

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Ingredients And Substitutions

Hawaiian Rolls – I use Kings Hawaiian rolls.
Sliced Roast Beef – I have the beef sliced at the deli counter. You can also use sliced turkey or ham.
Sliced Cheddar Cheese – you can substitute provolone cheese, Swiss cheese, or Colby cheese.
Your Favorite BBQ Sauce – I use Sweet Baby Ray’s sauce, but any BBQ sauce will work.
Mayonnaise
Dijon Mustard – prepared horseradish sauce can also be used.
Butter
Brown Sugar
Worcestershire Sauce – for extra flavor, you can add garlic powder and onion powder.
Poppy Seeds

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How To Make The Best Beef And Cheese Sliders

Prep the rolls by slicing the slider rolls horizontally and placing them in the bottom of a baking dish. In a small bowl, whisk BBQ sauce, mayo, and Dijon mustard, and spread the mixture evenly over the bottom half of the bread.
Layer the roast beef and cheddar cheese slices over the BBQ mixture and place the top half of the slider rolls on.
Add butter, brown sugar, remaining Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and poppy seeds to a small saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil. Remove the butter mixture from the heat, and spoon it over the sliders.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and continue to bake for another 5-8 minutes until the tops of the rolls are golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Cut into individual sliders and then serve.

White casserole dish with slider rolls topped with sliced roast beef and a stack of sliced cheddar cheese.

Helpful Tips

Use good quality Hawaiian rolls. They should be soft and fluffy.
Thinly sliced roast beef works best in this slider recipe. This will help the sliders cook evenly.
After baking, use a serrated knife to cut the rolls into mini sandwiches.

Sliders With Crock Pot Beef Roast

I like to take these sliders to a whole new level by using roast beef that I cooked in the slow cooker. My recipe for Crock Pot Beef Roast is simple and makes fall-apart, tender, flavorful, and juicy beef. It’s an amazingly delicious substitution for deli roast beef when you want to turn sliders into something extra special.

Roast beef slider on a bun topped with poppy seeds baked in a white casserole dish, served with a white spatula.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make sliders ahead of time?

Yep, you sure can. Make the sliders, then cover them with foil. Place in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.

How do I store leftovers?

Store any leftover sliders in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the oven until they are warmed through.

Can I freeze sliders for later?

Yes, you can. Assemble the sliders as instructed in the recipe, but do not bake them. Place the sliders in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours or until solid. Once the sliders are frozen, you can transfer them to a freezer bag or container and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. To thaw, place the sliders in the refrigerator overnight. Once thawed, you can bake them according to the recipe instructions.

What To Serve With Mini Roast Beef Sandwiches

APPETIZERS – serve the sliders with stuffed celery, Sweet Heat Pickles, Beer Cheese Dip, and potato chips for a casual get-together with friends.
GAME DAY – with Deviled Egg Pasta Salad, Air Fryer Hot Dogs, and Crock Pot Queso Dip with tortilla chips.
DINNER – make the sliders the star of the show and serve them with Caprese Pasta Salad and Air Fryer Green Beans.

Two roast beef and cheese sliders on bread topped with poppy seeds on a white plate.

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