Cuban Sliders

These Cuban sliders are a fun, party-ready twist on the classic sandwich. They’re made with roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, and pickles layered on soft rolls and baked until melty and golden.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Cuban

Keyword ham, roast pork, sandwich

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings

Calories 861kcal

Author Elizabeth Rodriguez

Ingredients

24 soft dinner rolls like King’s Hawaiian, left attached as one sheet
1¼ to 1½ pounds sliced deli ham
14 to 16 ounces Swiss cheese thinly sliced
1½ to 2 pounds cooked roast pork thinly sliced or shredded
2–3 large dill pickles thinly sliced
3–4 teaspoons yellow mustard
3–4 tablespoons mayonnaise optional – adds moisture and creaminess
2–3 tablespoons melted butter optional – for brushing tops before baking

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a sheet pan or large baking dish, or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Slice the rolls in half horizontally as one whole piece. Do not pull the rolls apart; keeping them attached makes layering and slicing much easier.
Spread a thin layer of yellow mustard and mayonnaise (if using) on the cut side of the top half of the rolls.
Layer the ham, slightly overlapping the slices to cover the surface—about 2 layers is ideal.
Top with the roast pork, distributing it evenly.
Add the Swiss cheese, overlapping the slices to cover everything and go right up to the edges.
Finish with a layer of thinly sliced pickles, arranged closely so each bite gets a pickle.
Place the top half of the rolls over the fillings. If using, brush the tops with melted butter for a glossy finish and extra flavor.
Place a sheet of foil loosely over the top (don’t wrap it). Bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 5–7 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the cheese is melted.
Let the sliders rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Secure with a toothpick if desired.

Notes

Make-ahead tip: You can assemble the sliders a few hours ahead, cover tightly with foil or plastic wrap, and refrigerate. Bake just before serving, following the baking instructions.

If you’re serving a crowd, consider making one set of sliders with mustard, mayo, and pickles, and one without. It’s an easy way to please different tastes without much extra effort.

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